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Ketchup

Condiments

Sweet, tangy tomato condiment for dipping, glazes, meatloaf, and BBQ sauce.

4 substitutes

Substitutes

Tomato Paste + Vinegar + Sugar

2 tbsp paste + 1 tbsp vinegar + 1 tbsp sugar + pinch salt

Quick DIY ketchup. Adjust sweetness and tang to taste.

βœ…Best for: meatloaf, sauces, BBQ base, dipping
⚠️Not for: exact ketchup texture needs

Barbecue Sauce

1:1

Smokier, more complex. Works as dip and in glazes.

βœ…Best for: dipping, glazes, meatloaf, burgers
⚠️Not for: plain tomato sweetness needs

Salsa (blended)

1:1 blended smooth

Less sweet, more savory. Add pinch of sugar if needed.

βœ…Best for: meatloaf, sloppy joes, dipping
⚠️Not for: sweet tang recipes

Tomato Jam

1:1

Sweet, chunky, more complex. Gourmet ketchup upgrade.

βœ…Best for: burgers, grilled cheese, meatloaf
⚠️Not for: dipping fries