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
- marinades
- 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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