The hottest new paste in the market! A healthier version of a popular spicy Chinese cooking paste from the Sichuan region. It's made from dried chillies, spices and tongue-tingling Sichuan peppercorns. (“Mala” means “spicy” and numbing” in Mandarin). Use Mekhala's fiery chilli paste to stir fry vegetables, noodles and proteins, or even to add zing to soups. Benefits: USDA and EU-certified organic Vegan No artificial preservatives, colours or flavours Gluten-free Nut-free Oil-free. Storage: Refrigerate after opening and best consumed within 30 days. This is a natural product. Consistency may vary. About this brand: Mekhala is committed to improving the lives around us in every way they can. Their two main active contributions are empowering and offering work opportunities to women in our facility and supporting the Schools of Hope programme students from the Burmese Shan community in Thailand. Ingredients: Sunflower Oil*, Garlic*, Dried Red Chilli*, Jasmine Rice Vinegar* (Brown Rice*, Water), Ginger*, Miso* (Soybeans*, Water, Salt, Brown Rice*, Cane Sugar*), Himalayan Pink Salt, Gluten-Free Soy Sauce* (Brown Rice*, Soybeans*, Salt, Water), Szechuan Peppercorns, Cumin Powder*, Fennel Powder*, Cinnamon Powder*, Star Anise*, Clove Powder* *Organic ingredients