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What is a condiment?
A condiment is a relish, sauce, or seasoning addedto food to impart a particular flavour or to complement the dish.Oftenpungent in flavour and therefore added in fairly smal…lquantities, popular condiments include salt, pepper, ketchup,mustard,olive oil, vinegar and sugar. Usually applied by the diner at the table, condiments generallyhave the consistency of a thick liquid or paste and are served froma bottle, jar, or bowl. They may also be dry, such as a mixture ofherbs and seasonings. Many condiments are available packaged insingle-serving packets (sachets), like mustard or ketchup packets,particularly when supplied withtake-out or fast food meals. Condiments are sometimes added prior to serving, for example asandwich made with ketchup or mustard. Some condiments are usedduring cooking to add flavor or texture to the food; for example,barbecue sauce, teriyaki sauce, and soy sauce all have flavors thatcan enhance the tastes of a variety of different meats andvegetables. There are some overlaps between condiments andseasonings. (MORE)
