From Sichuan hot sauces to Japanese BBQs, your meals are calling for these tasty vegan condiments.
Could your cooking use a flavor boost? We feel you! And we’ve got just the suggestion—vegan condiments from your fave AAPI-owned brands! Let these flavorful hot sauces, tangy BBQ sauces, and gourmet chili oils transform your culinary creations! It’s time to give your sauce lineup an update. You’re going to want to check out our list of delicious AAPI-owned condiment brands ASAP.
Peepal People
The vegan hot sauces from Peepal People are crafted in small batches, and you can totally taste the difference! Peepal People founders Alyzeh Rizvi and Ahmer Zaidi set out to create flavorful, low-vinegar sauces that cross cultural borders. The brand’s sauce collection includes Hara Bhara (a mild sauce made from green chili peppers), Peela Patakha (a versatile sauce crafted from habaneros), and Bhoot Bangla (the brand’s hottest sauce made with garlic and ghost peppers).
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Hot Jiang
Founded by Netflix’s Bling Empire cast member and lover of spicy foods, Kelly Mi Li, Hot Jiang is the condiment of all condiments! You’re going to want to add this to everything! The brand’s chili oil is packed with authentic Chinese flavors and comes in three variations—Mild Spicy, O.G. Spicy, and Extra Spicy, all crafted from the Li family recipe.
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K-Mama Sauce
Coming in hot with a variety of vegan hot sauces, you won’t want to miss out on this AAPI-owned condiment brand. Find K-Mama Sauce in Mild/Original, Spicy, and Hottest along with two gluten-free varieties—inclusive hot sauces FTW! Elevate your tofu scrambles, transform your ramen noodles, and level up your burrito bowls with these authentic Korean gochujang hot sauces.
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Empress Hot Sauce
Created by Jane Chen and Alex Denner, Empress Hot Sauces were designed to enhance your meals, not overwhelm them. Each delicious sauce was inspired by global flavors and Taiwan’s unique produce. Ranging from Pineapple Miso and Smokey Hibiscus to Irwin Mango and Ghost Pepper Maqaw, all Empress Hot Sauces are naturally fermented and free from preservatives. Feeling spicy? Check out this AAPI-owned condiment brand immediately.
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Pacific Red Hot
This AAPI-owned condiment brand is coming to you from Rota, an Island in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI). Made with chili peppers harvested by Rota farmers, Pacific Red Hot is not just a local favorite—it’s got fans all over the world! Created by husband-and-wife duo Francisco and Ofelia Atalig, the hot chili Rota Sauce tastes great on anything and everything. Don’t mind if we do.
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Bowlcut
Relying on thoughtful ingredients, Bowlcut’s vegan condiments are rich, complex, and delicious! Owner Crystal Ung’s family recipes inspired the brand’s Char Siu BBQ and Chili Crisp, two Bowlcut condiments ready to level up your veggie and tofu bowls. The brand’s latest collaboration, Bowlcut x Ji Won Choi, is an evolution of traditional savory-spicy Korean gochujang and a fan fave!
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Wei Good Food
Some like it hot! And by some we mean us. If you too can’t get enough of that fire-breathing flavor, be sure to check out Wei Good Food Chili Oil. Available in the OG and Secret Spice varieties, these vegan-friendly chili oils are sure to become a household staple at the very first bite. Get ready to drizzle this over all of your fave dishes.
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Pika Pika
Looking for a condiment that compliments ice cream, coffee, cocktails, and curries? Pika Pika is the move! With its mission to inspire joy in everyday moments through the vivid flavors of the Philippines, Pika Pika has brought you Calamansi Marmalade (a tart, sweet, and vibrant citrus spread) and Coconut Spread (a sweet, creamy, and indulgent condiment)!
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Fly by Jing
Vegan-Friendly
Founded by Jing Gao in 2018, Fly by Jing is taking the condiment world by storm! Fly by Jing’s signature sauces are packed with uncensored Chinese flavors reminiscent of Gao’s hometown, Chengdu, China. The small-batch, crafted condiments include Sichuan Chili Crisp, Zhong Sauce, and Sichuan Gold (the fiery hot sauce used on Hot Ones). These flavorful sauces play well with everything from dumplings to dairy-free ice cream!
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Bachan’s
Vegan-Friendly
Looking to add killer flavor to your favorite foods? Check out Bachan’s Japanese Barbecue Sauce. Using an authentic family recipe and traditional Japanese ingredients, Bachan’s small-batch, cold-filled sauces are sure to turn your meals up a notch. Available in several vegan-friendly formulations, this AAPI-owned brand will satisfy all your condiment needs.
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Hotpot Queen
Vegan-Friendly
After growing up in her mother’s small hotpot restaurant in the heart of Chongqing, China, Jia Liao founded Hotpot Queen, paying homage to her mother’s legacy, nickname, and spicy recipes. In addition to hotpot-ready pantry staples, Hotpot Queen features flavorful condiments ready to add umami and heat to your dishes!
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Brightland
Vegan-Friendly
Known for its artfully and consciously-crafted, cold-pressed olive oils and fruit-forward, double-fermented vinegars, Brightland is a must-try AAPI-owned condiment brand. Ready to help you savor every delicious moment, the brand’s finishing oils and flavored vinegar were lovingly made in California and pair well with crusty bread and beyond!
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Omsom
Vegan-Friendly
Five words: The Vegan Omsom Sauce Set. Need we say more? No, but we will. Owned by Vanessa and Kim Pham, the daughters of Vietnamese refugees, Omsom is coming through with plant-based cooking sauces to help you whip up a restaurant-quality meal in minutes. Like you, we love a flavorful, time-saving kitchen hack and will be stocking up ASAP.
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Poi Dog
Vegan-Friendly
Say aloha to Poi Dog, your new go-to condiment brand. Inspired by Hawaiian cuisine and the many cultures that have influenced it, Poi Dog features flavor-forward sauces that taste great on just about everything. The brand’s Chili Peppah Water and Guava Katsu Sauce are both vegan-friendly and pair well with veggie sushi, macaroni dishes, and entrees loaded with vegetables.
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Brooklyn Delhi
Vegan-Friendly
You know it, you love it—Brooklyn Delhi, everyone! Specializing in pantry staples inspired by owner Chitra Agrawal’s family’s recipes from India, Brooklyn Delhi is a well-known name. Personally, we can’t get enough of the brand’s simmer sauces in Cashew Butter Masala, Golden Coconut Curry, Coconut Cashew Korma, and Tikka Masala varieties. BD also features achaar sauces, chutneys, and hot sauces, too!
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