Ketchup

usgb/ˈketʃəp/
noun

A thick red sauce usually made from tomatoes and vinegar, served with food to add flavor.

I like to put ketchup on my fries.
Visual representation of "ketchup" - A thick red sauce usually made from tomatoes and vinegar, served with food to add flavor.

Often appears as...

  • ketchup bottle
  • ketchup sachet
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Food Pairing

Ketchup is commonly used with fast food items like fries, burgers, and hot dogs.

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Can you pass the ketchup for my burger?
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Informal Condiment

Ketchup is a casual, everyday condiment not typically used in formal dining settings.

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We don't need ketchup at the gala dinner; it's too informal.
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Cultural Staple

In American cuisine, ketchup is a staple and is widely loved, but it may not be as common in other cultures.

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In the US, ketchup is a must-have at any barbecue.
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