Just one maker’s “Hot Sauce.” What a bland world it would be. If Momofuku has its way, the only “Chili Crunch” on store shelves will bear the name Momofuku. Momofuku, founded by chef ...

Chili crunch is a crunchy flavorful condiment that's been increasing in popularity for years. Chili oil with added umami (savoriness) and texture, chili crunch works for everything from spicing up ...

But in the past few weeks, the terms “chili crunch” and “chile crunch,” a variation on chile crisp, has become the subject of an escalating brawl between Momofuku Goods, the grocery arm of ...

The brand's lawyers recently sent cease-and-desist letters to food brands using the terms “chili crunch” and “chile crunch” on their product labels Mat Hayward/Getty Images for IMDb ...

David Chang issued a public apology on his podcast amid criticism over his company Momofuku attempting to trademark the term “chili crunch.” Chang, chef and founder of Momofuku, and Momofuku ...

David Chang is simmering down. The celebrity chef announced that Momofuku will no longer seek the trademark for the brand’s “Chili Crunch” product after backlash from the Asian American and ...

Momofuku founder David Chang is spearheading a trademark battle to protect its chili crunch brand. But the backlash against him has been swift. Stephanie Sy reports. A hot debate over the ...