Question 1

What is Boon Sauce?

Accepted Answer

Boon Sauce is a small batch chili oil made in Los Angeles by Chef Max Boonthanakit, Executive Chef of Michelin-starred Camphor. Inspired by traditional Chinese chili crisp and Thai-Chinese culinary heritage, it is made with chilies, anchovies, shallots, garlic, fennel, and Sichuan peppercorn slow-cooked in canola oil.

Question 2

How hot is Boon Sauce?

Accepted Answer

Boon Sauce Original is rated 6 out of 10 on the spice scale — present heat without being overwhelming. Xtra Hot Boon Sauce is rated 9 out of 10 and is made with 100% chile de árbol for serious heat lovers.

Question 3

What can I use chili oil on?

Accepted Answer

Boon Sauce works on eggs, rice, noodles, pizza, dumplings, avocado toast, grilled meats, roasted vegetables, soups, and marinades. It can be used as a cooking oil or a finishing condiment. It works on basically everything.

Question 4

Is Boon Sauce gluten free?

Accepted Answer

Boon Sauce does not contain gluten ingredients. The sauce is made with canola oil, chilies, shallots, garlic, anchovies, fennel, Sichuan peppercorn, sugar, and sea salt. If you have a severe gluten allergy, please review the full ingredient list before purchasing.

Question 5

Where is Boon Sauce made?

Accepted Answer

Boon Sauce is made in small batches in Los Angeles, California by Chef Max Boonthanakit, Executive Chef of Michelin-starred Camphor restaurant.

Question 6

Where can I buy Boon Sauce?

Accepted Answer

Boon Sauce is available online at boonsauce.com with free shipping on orders over $50. It is also sold at more than 30 independent retailers across California including locations in Los Angeles, San Diego, and the San Francisco Bay Area.

Question 7

Does Boon Sauce contain anchovy?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Boon Sauce Original and Xtra Hot both contain anchovy, which gives the sauce its savory, umami-rich depth. If you have a fish allergy, Boon Sauce is not suitable for you.

Question 8

What is the difference between chili oil and chili crisp?

Accepted Answer

Chili oil is a smooth infused oil made with dried chilies and aromatics. Chili crisp is chili oil with added fried solids like shallots and garlic that give it a crunchy texture. Boon Sauce sits between both — smooth enough to cook with, textured enough to use as a finishing condiment.