# Spicy Teriyaki Condiments 'Teriacha' is a Sweet-and-Spicy Sauce Made with Teriyaki and Sriracha By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2018-01-26 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teriyaki-and-sriracha References: [mercurynews](https://www.mercurynews.com/2018/01/21/top-10-trends-at-the-2018-san-francisco-fancy-food-show/) & [teriacha](https://teriacha.com/) After adding [hot sauce](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/franks-redhot-sauce) to teriyaki Hawaiian barbecue, Chad Manciagli discovered that his [sweet-and-spicy blend of teriyaki and Sriracha](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweetandspicy-beef-jerky) had to be shared with others. 'Teriacha' recently made its debut at the Winter Fancy Food Show, introducing a [new condiment hybrid](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kraut-chi) in three main flavors: Original, Chipotle and Southwest, which boasts a tangy kick of lime. The ingredients that go into these sauces are 100% natural—as the brand notes, it prides itself on using "flavors only Mother Nature could provide." The versatile hybrid sauce has the potential to be used as a glaze, marinade, or a dipping sauce, as well as a spicy addition to cocktails. Some of the suggested recipes shared by the brand include Teriacha Sizzling Vegetable Fried Rice and the Teriacha Deconstructed Steak Sandwich. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 6% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Hybrid Condiment Blends:** The emergence of 'Teriacha' highlights the trend of combining two distinct condiments to create unique flavor profiles. - **Natural and Healthy Condiments:** The use of 100% natural ingredients in 'Teriacha' reflects the growing trend of consumers seeking healthier condiment options. - **Versatile Sauce Applications:** The versatility of 'Teriacha' as a glaze, marinade, dipping sauce, and cocktail ingredient demonstrates the trend of condiments serving multiple purposes in culinary creations. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** The 'Teriacha' condiment has potential application in the food and beverage industry, particularly in restaurants, cafes, and food product development. - **Barbecue and Grilling:** The sweet-and-spicy flavor profile of 'Teriacha' makes it an ideal addition to the barbecue and grilling industry, enhancing various meat and vegetable dishes. - **Healthy Eating and Nutrition:** With its focus on natural ingredients and healthier options, 'Teriacha' can find a market in the health food industry, appealing to consumers looking for flavorful yet nutritious condiments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Versatile Umami Barbecue Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miso-teriyaki-bbq-sauce.md) - [Sweet-Spicy Syrups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-heat-syrup.md) - [Teriyaki-Glazed Chicken Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicken-teriyaki-poke-bowl.md) - [Korean Barbecue Teriyaki Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teriyaki-bbq-sauce-korean-style.md) - [Honey-Sweetened Chili Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honey-sriracha-sauce.md) - [Spicy Japanese Barbecue Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanese-barbecue-sauces.md) - [Multidimensional Sesame-Soy Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/notoko.md) - [Thai-Grown Hot Sauce Recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organic-sriracha.md) - [Fruity Teriyaki Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teriyaki-chicken-sandwich.md)