Filipino Banana Ketchup

Filipino Banana Ketchup

While it may sound odd, Filipino Banana Ketchup is a delicious condiment that is sweet and tangy, and remarkably similar to tomato ketchup in flavor. Give it a try with this easy recipe. You might just forget there are bananas in there!

Ingredients

• 1 Tbsp oil
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• ½ small onion, diced
• 1 tsp fresh ginger, chopped
• 2 bananas, mashed (roughly 1 c)
• ¼ c tomato paste
• ¼ c brown sugar
• ½ c white vinegar
• ½ c water
• ⅛ tsp cayenne powder

Instructions

• In a medium sauté pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add the garlic, onion, and ginger. Sauté for 5 minutes, until soft and fragrant.
• Add the mashed bananas, tomato paste, and brown sugar. Mix well.
• Add the vinegar, water, and cayenne powder. Mix well and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to medium low and simmer for 10 minutes, until thickened slightly.
• Remove the pan from the heat and let the mixture cool slightly. Transfer the cooled mixture to the bowl of your food processor or blender. Blend until smooth.