Sweet & Savory Banana Ketchup

Ingredients

• 3 large ripe bananas (about 450g)
• 1 cup (240ml) vinegar (white or apple cider)
• 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika (smoked or regular)
• Optional: 1 tablespoon chili sauce for heat

Instructions

1. 1

   Peel and slice the ripe bananas.

2. 2

   In a saucepan, combine the sliced bananas, vinegar, brown sugar, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and paprika.

3. 3

   Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the bananas soften and the mixture bubbles (about 10 minutes).

4. 4

   Use an immersion blender or transfer to a regular blender and puree the mixture until smooth.

5. 5

   Return to the saucepan and simmer for an additional 10 minutes, allowing it to thicken.

6. 6

   Adjust seasoning to taste and add optional chili sauce for heat, if desired.

7. 7

   Let cool before transferring to a storage container.