Ketchup
A sweet-tangy tomato condiment used both at the table and as a cooking ingredient — it shows up in glazes, marinades, and sauces for its balance of sugar, vinegar, and tomato.
Used for
- condiment
- glazes
- marinate
- sauces
In the kitchen
- whisk into glazes and marinades
- use as a meatloaf topping
- balance with vinegar or hot sauce in sauces
Picking it at the store
- Organic and 'no high-fructose corn syrup' versions taste noticeably more tomato-forward and less sweet — worth trying if ketchup tastes cloying to you
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