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Another Sriracha shortage?

Summer of 2024 may bring another Sriracha shortage

Three shelves full of sriracaha bottles.

And to think we took this sight for granted last year. | Photo by Paul Narvaez via Wikimedia Commons

A summer without Sriracha is a possibility now that Huy Fong Foods plans to stop production until after Labor Day.

“All orders that have been scheduled beginning on May 6, 2024, will be canceled,” the California-based hot sauce company said. That’s nearly a four-month pause on the production of Sriracha, chili garlic sauce, and sambal oelek.

This isn’t the first time Huy Fong couldn’t deliver the heat. Last year, we reported a Sriracha shortage due to droughts in Mexico (where the jalapeno peppers are sourced). This year’s culprit? The peppers are “too green.”

Huy Fong’s “red rooster” Sriracha is known for, well, being red. When jalapenos are too green, they dilute that iconic color. It isn’t just the hue that’s halting the hot sauce — green peppers are also less spicy than their more developed red pepper peers. And what’s Sriracha without spice?

Good news. Other Sriracha creators aren’t reporting the same red jalapeno shortage. You can get your hands on some hot sauce by visiting one of these local grocers.

Asian Family Market | Bitter Lake + Bellevue
If you find yourself at the Bitter Lake location, you can plop down in a seat at Niku Feast Yakiniku (located right inside the store) for some tasty Japanese barbecue after you grab your hot sauce.

Viet-Wah | Renton
You know what you definitely need while you’re here? Some bubble tea — you know, as a treat.

Uwajimaya | Seattle, Bellevue, Renton
It’s a classic option for a reason. Find an extra-large variety of sauce brands and pick up your favorite snacks while you’re at it.

Hung Long Asian Market | White Center
Keep an eye out for locally made products while you’re scouring the shelves for your Sriracha replacement.

Asked

Would you rather...

A. Have green Sriracha sauce
B. Endure another Sriracha shortage

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Events

Tuesday, May 28

Reverse Applique Your Corporate Logo Away | Tuesday, May 28 | 2-5 p.m. | Monster, 1716 NW Market St., Seattle | $35 | Is that really cool piece of swag ruined by a not-so-cool company logo? Learn how to take it off.
Seattle Mariners vs. Houston Astros | Tuesday, May 28-Thursday, May 30 | Times vary | T-Mobile Park, 1250 First Ave. S., Seattle | $15-$550 | Things are bound to get spicy as the M’s take on a rival team.
Pearl Jam: Dark Matter World Tour 2024 | Tuesday, May 28, Thursday, May 30 | 7:30 p.m. | Climate Pledge Arena, 334 First Ave. N., Seattle | $150.50-$481.50 | Seattle’s homegrown alt-rock band has two nights of concerts planned for you all.
Classified Cinema | Tuesday, May 28 | 7:30 p.m. | SIFF Cinema Uptown, 511 Queen Anne Ave. N., Seattle | Free | Show up, grab some popcorn, and buckle in for a surprise movie screening.

Wednesday, May 29

Nerd Tour 2024 | Wednesday, May 29 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | The Jewelbox Theater, 2322 Second Ave., Seattle | $15 | These five talented comedians are all also STEM nerds in their spare time — and it shows.
Foraging and Wildcrafting 101 | Wednesday, May 29 | 6-8 p.m. | Meadowdale Beach Park, 6026 156th St. SW, Seattle | $75-$100 | Learn the variety of mushrooms, plants, trees, and lichen that can be forested for teas, oils, and tinctures.

Thursday, May 30

Draw Bugs! at the Farm | Thursday, May 30 | 2-4 p.m. | 21 Acres Center, 13701 NE 171st St., Woodinville | $25-$50 | Use real (but dead) specimens to learn how to draw anatomically correct buggies — all ages welcome.

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News Notes

Open

Seattle-based restaurant chain Jack’s BBQ opened a new location on the Eastside. The Texas-style barbecue spot is busy smoking its chicken and brisket at 2115 Bel-Red Road in the Crossroads area with hours that extend from morning brunch service to 9 or 10 p.m. on most nights. (Eater Seattle)

Real Estate

Surprise — real estate prices are increasing. Year-over-year, Seattle-area median housing prices have increased by 12.6%, whereas the number of new listings have only increased by 1.6%. (Puget Sound Business Journal)

Ranked

Money, money, money — must be funny. Washington is home to eight billionaires, making it one of the top 10 US states in reference to the number of billionaire residents. We tie with Nevada (viva Las Vegas), Michigan, and Georgia. The state with the most billionaires is California. (Forbes)

Sports

While some fans may be worried about the Seahawks performance as the team begins to prep for the 2024 season under new coach leadership, its defense is pretty stacked (and maybe one of the best). Hear from the local experts on the Seahawks with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.

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