The makers of cult-favorite hot sauce Sriracha earlier this year announced an impending summer supply shortage much to the dismay of spicy sauce-lovers everywhere. The shortage is due to a poor spring harvest of chili peppers used in making the beloved condiment, according to Huy Fong (PDF), the California-based maker of Sriracha.
Sriracha has already become scarce on store shelves on online retailers since the announcement. While a world — or even a summer — without Sriracha sounds like no fun at all, there are some excellent alternatives to add to your pantry shelves. From knockoff Srirachas to spins on the sweet…
