Food Item
Ketchup
Unit
1 Tablespoon
Calories
20.0
Total Carbs
5.0
Fiber
0.0
Sugar (g)
4.0
Net Carbs
5.0
Protein
0.0
Fat
0.0
Saturated Fat
0.0
Sodium
160
Cholesterol
0.0
Potassium
0.0
Sub Type
Description
Ketchup is a versatile table condiment with a characteristic sweet and tangy flavor. While the term "ketchup" today predominantly refers to tomato ketchup, its history reveals a much wider variety of sauces made from ingredients like mushrooms, oysters, walnuts, or even fish brine.
Tomato ketchup, the most common form today, is typically made from:
- Tomatoes: Usually in the form of tomato concentrate, crushed tomatoes, or tomato paste.
- Vinegar: Commonly distilled white vinegar, which provides the tanginess and acts as a preservative.
- Sugar: Granulated sugar or high-fructose corn syrup are used to balance the acidity and add sweetness.
- Salt: For flavor enhancement.
- Spices and Seasonings: These vary but often include onion powder, garlic powder, allspice, cloves, cinnamon, mustard, coriander, and sometimes celery or ginger.
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Item and Units
Ketchup (1 Tablespoon)
User
Tim Ceko
Category
Condiment
Nutrition Table
Yes
Ingredients
Aldi
Yes
Is Keto-Friendly
No
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