Sriracha hot sauce alternatives

This hot sauce has a spicy flavor with the addition of crispy onions. (Jenn Harris / Los Angeles Times)

Nov. 1, 2013 11:54 AM PT

There’s no equivalent to the original but in case of a Sriracha shortage, here are five other sauces that will add some heat.

This chili garlic sauce is a chunky version of Sriracha. (Jenn Harris / Los Angeles Times)

Pepper Sa-Te Sauce. (Jenn Harris / Los Angeles Times)

This spicy garlic sauce has a strong garlic flavor with heat. (Jenn Harris / Los Angeles Times)

This black bean sauce has fermented black beans and dried chilies. (Jenn Harris / Los Angeles Times)