FAQ
Got a question about our chilli oils, hot sauces, spice pastes, delivery, allergens or recipe ideas? You are in the right place. Here are the answers to the questions we get asked most, with plenty of easy ways to use Woolf's Kitchen in everyday meals.
What is Woolf's Kitchen?
Woolf's Kitchen is a UK food brand making bold, flavour-packed chilli oils, hot sauces, sauces and spice pastes inspired by Thai roots and Asian flavours. The range is made to help you turn everyday food into something much more exciting, quickly and deliciously.
Who started Woolf's Kitchen?
Woolf's Kitchen was founded by Dominique Woolf, a half-Thai food writer and Sunday Times bestselling author who created the brand to bring bold Asian flavours into everyday meals.
Where is Woolf's Kitchen based?
Woolf's Kitchen is crafted in the UK and currently ships online orders across the UK.
What products does Woolf's Kitchen sell?
Woolf's Kitchen sells chilli oils, crispy chilli oil, hot sauces, BBQ-style sauces, Thai-inspired spice pastes, bundles and gift cards. The range includes Chilli Crunch, Sticky Chilli Oil, Jalapeno + Lime, Pineapple Sweet Chilli, Tamarind BBQ, Lemongrass + Ginger Spice Paste and Tamarind Garlic + Chilli Spice Paste.
Which Woolf's Kitchen product should I start with?
If you love crunch, start with Chilli Crunch. If you want smoky, savoury depth, try Sticky Chilli Oil. If you want something fresh and zingy, choose Jalapeno + Lime. If you like fruity heat, go for Pineapple Sweet Chilli. If you want a sweet, tangy shortcut sauce, try Tamarind BBQ. If you cook a lot of noodles, soups, curries and stir-fries, start with the spice pastes.
What is Chilli Crunch?
Chilli Crunch is Woolf's Kitchen's crispy chilli oil, made with rapeseed oil, crispy onions, garlic, crushed chillies, chilli powder and shiitake mushroom powder. It is crispy, salty, garlicky, savoury and made for spooning over almost anything.
How do I use Chilli Crunch?
Stir it well, then drizzle over ramen, noodles, stir-fries, eggs, hummus, avocado toast, pizza, rice bowls, roasted veg, dumplings, dim sum and chicken marinades. It is also brilliant for giving leftovers a crispy, salty, spicy kick.
What is Sticky Chilli Oil?
Sticky Chilli Oil is a smoky, savoury chilli oil with garlic, tamari, chilli and shiitake mushroom powder. It brings moreish umami depth to quick meals, noodles, rice, eggs, sandwiches and stir-fries.
How do I use Sticky Chilli Oil?
Spoon it over noodles, rice, fried eggs, fried rice, tofu, grilled chicken, roast veg, wraps and leftovers. It also works beautifully in recipes such as prawn nasi goreng, udon noodles, ramen, pastry straws and chilli mayo dips.
What is Jalapeno + Lime?
Jalapeno + Lime is a feisty, fruity hot sauce with jalapeno chilli, lime, green pepper and garlic. It has a fresh, zingy chilli hit and works especially well with Mexican-inspired food, eggs and BBQ dishes.
How do I use Jalapeno + Lime?
Shake it well, then drizzle over smashed avocado, eggs, tacos, nachos, wraps, burritos, BBQ chicken, grilled prawns, burgers, cheese toasties and rice bowls.
What is Pineapple Sweet Chilli?
Pineapple Sweet Chilli is a fruity, sweet and mildly spicy chilli sauce made with pineapple, pineapple juice, red chilli peppers and garlic. It is bright, sticky, tangy and great for dipping, drizzling and glazing.
How do I use Pineapple Sweet Chilli?
Use it with prawns, summer rolls, spring rolls, stir-fried rice, noodles, halloumi, kebabs, grilled chicken, tofu, fish, wraps and rice bowls.
What is Tamarind BBQ?
Tamarind BBQ is a sweet, tangy, mild sauce with tamarind, garlic, tamari and roasted chilli. It was previously known as Tamarind Ketchup and works as a dipping sauce, BBQ sauce, marinade, glaze and shortcut sauce.
How do I use Tamarind BBQ?
Use Tamarind BBQ with chicken wings, chips, burgers, sausages, cheese toasties, turkey sandwiches, loaded flatbreads, paneer bowls and quick Pad Thai-style dishes. It is also brilliant as a glaze for air fryer chicken wings.
What is Lemongrass + Ginger Spice Paste?
Lemongrass + Ginger Spice Paste is a hot, zingy and aromatic Thai-inspired cooking paste and condiment with chilli, garlic, tamarind, tamari, lemongrass, ginger and shiitake mushroom powder.
How do I use Lemongrass + Ginger Spice Paste?
Stir it into noodles, stir-fries, soups, curries, coconut milk, scrambled eggs, salad dressings and quick midweek dinners. Use it as a marinade for chicken or fish, mix it into mayo for a dip, or serve it on the side of rice dishes like a sambal.
What is Tamarind Garlic + Chilli Spice Paste?
Tamarind Garlic + Chilli Spice Paste is a spicy, sweet and tangy Thai-inspired paste with garlic, tamarind, tamari, crushed chillies and shiitake mushroom powder. It was previously known as Thai Chilli Paste.
How do I use Tamarind Garlic + Chilli Spice Paste?
Use it to fire up stir-fries, noodles, soups, curries, Tom Yum-style bases, fried rice, marinades, salad dressings and rice dishes. It is great with meat, fish, tofu and veg.
Are Woolf's Kitchen products spicy?
The range has different heat levels. Pineapple Sweet Chilli and Tamarind BBQ are mild. Jalapeno + Lime is medium-hot. The spice pastes and chilli oils bring more heat, depth and chilli flavour, but they are designed to add flavour as well as fire.
Which Woolf's Kitchen products are mild?
Pineapple Sweet Chilli and Tamarind BBQ are the gentlest options. They are a great starting point if you want sweet, tangy flavour with a softer chilli kick.
Which Woolf's Kitchen products are best for chilli oil lovers?
Chilli Crunch and Sticky Chilli Oil are the best place to start. Choose Chilli Crunch for crispy onions, garlic and texture. Choose Sticky Chilli Oil for smoky, savoury, umami depth.
What is the difference between Chilli Crunch and Sticky Chilli Oil?
Chilli Crunch is crispier and more texture-led, with crispy onions, garlic and chilli. Sticky Chilli Oil is smokier, softer and more savoury, with garlic, tamari, chilli and shiitake mushroom powder.
What can I put chilli oil on?
Chilli oil is brilliant on eggs, noodles, ramen, rice bowls, dumplings, dim sum, hummus, avocado toast, pizza, stir-fries, roast veg, tofu, grilled chicken, prawns and sandwiches.
Can I cook with Woolf's Kitchen chilli oils?
Yes. You can use them as a finishing oil or stir them through noodles, rice, stir-fries and marinades. For high-heat cooking, add a little during cooking and finish with another spoonful at the end for the best flavour and texture.
Can I use Woolf's Kitchen products in vegetarian cooking?
Yes. The range is brilliant for vegetarian meals such as tofu, paneer, halloumi, eggs, noodles, rice bowls, vegetable stir-fries, roast veg, salads, wraps and dips. Always check the current jar or bottle for the latest ingredients and allergen information.
Are Woolf's Kitchen products vegan?
Some products are listed as vegan friendly, including Tamarind BBQ, Lemongrass + Ginger Spice Paste and Tamarind Garlic + Chilli Spice Paste. Always check the product page and the label before consuming, as ingredients can occasionally change.
Do Woolf's Kitchen products contain allergens?
Some products contain soy or soya from tamari soy sauce. Sticky Chilli Oil, Tamarind BBQ and the spice pastes include soy or soya allergen information. Always check the current product label before consuming.
Are Woolf's Kitchen products gluten free?
Do not make a blanket gluten-free claim unless it is confirmed on the current product label and supplier data. Some recipes include tamari, but customers with allergies or coeliac disease should always check the current label and contact Woolf's Kitchen if they need specific allergen advice.
How should I store Woolf's Kitchen chilli oils and spice pastes?
Store jars in a cool dry place. Once opened, refrigerate and use within 4 weeks unless the product label says otherwise.
How should I store Woolf's Kitchen sauces?
Store sauces in a cool dry place. Once opened, refrigerate and use within 6 weeks unless the bottle label says otherwise.
Do I need to stir or shake Woolf's Kitchen products?
Yes. Stir the chilli oils and spice pastes well before use. Shake the sauces well before use.
Does Woolf's Kitchen ship across the UK?
Yes. Woolf's Kitchen currently ships online orders across the UK.
How much is UK delivery?
UK Standard 48-hour delivery is £5.99. UK Express 24-hour delivery is £8.99. Delivery times are estimated and may be affected by weather, location and courier factors.
Does Woolf's Kitchen offer free delivery?
Yes. Woolf's Kitchen offers free delivery on orders over £30.
Will I get tracking for my order?
Yes. Once your order has been dispatched, you will receive a tracking link so you can keep an eye on its journey.
Can I buy Woolf's Kitchen as a gift?
Yes. Woolf's Kitchen bundles and gift cards make great gifts for food lovers, chilli oil fans, home cooks, BBQ lovers and anyone who likes bold, punchy flavour.
Which Woolf's Kitchen bundle is best for gifting?
The best bundle depends on the person. Choose a chilli oil bundle for chilli crisp fans, a mixed sauce bundle for someone who likes variety, or a larger condiment bundle for a proper foodie gift.
Where can I find Woolf's Kitchen recipes?
You can find Woolf's Kitchen recipes on the Recipes section of the website, including ideas for ramen, Buddha bowls, chicken wings, toasties, salads, dips, noodles, prawns, paneer and quick midweek meals.
Can I buy Woolf's Kitchen in shops?
Use the Find Us or Stockists page to check where Woolf's Kitchen products are available in stores. Availability may vary by location.
How can I become a Woolf's Kitchen stockist?
Visit the Become a Stockist page to enquire about wholesale and stocking Woolf's Kitchen products.
Who can I contact about an order?
Use the Contact page if you need help with an order, delivery, product question or stockist enquiry. Include your order number if you have one so the team can help more quickly.
