
During World War II, a Filipino food technologist named Maria Orosa invented a unique sauce. Due to the shortage supply of tomatoes, she used bananas as an alternative, because it was plentiful. This creative solution led to the invention of something new.
And that sauce is banana ketchup! Made from bananas, sugar, vinegar, and spices, banana ketchup became a favorite condiment across the Philippines. It’s used on anything fried, like eggs, hotdogs, or even spaghetti, adding a sweet and savory twist to every bite.
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