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Tomato Ketchup is a popular condiment.

Salt, sugar, and ground black pepper corns are commonly available on Western restaurant tables; however, they are not always considered to be condiments.

A condiment is a prepared edible substance or mixture, often preserved or fermented, that is added in relatively small quantities, most often at the table, to make food more suitable to the diner's taste.^[1] Condiments may be dry, such as a mixture of herbs and seasonings or Parmesan cheese, or preserved sauces served from a bottle, jar, or other container. Some condiments are packaged in single-serving sachets, particularly to be supplied with take-out and fast foods.

Condiments are sometimes added prior to serving, for example a sandwich made with ketchup or mustard. Some condiments are used during cooking to add flavor or texture to the food; for example, barbecue sauce, teriyaki sauce, and soy sauce all have flavors that can enhance the tastes of a variety of different meats and vegetables.

There is some overlap between condiments and seasonings.

Condiment gallery

Salsa verde, salsa roja	Dijon mustard	Packets of duck sauce	American Steak sauce
Barbecue sauce	British Brown sauce	Soy sauce	Chutneys
Sriracha chili sauces	Grated American parmesan cheese	Louisiana hot sauce	A tube of prepared wasabi

See also

Wikimedia Commons has media related to:

Condiments

• Dip (food)
• Relish
• Sugar packet
• Salt and pepper shakers
• Black pepper

References

External links

• Condiment Packet Museum
• Condiment Charge Requires 911 Call
• Mayo Face Mask Robbery

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