63 Different Types Of Condiments Around The World 2022
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Overall, the condiment is one of the important food types that people usually add to enhance the flavor. And this article is an exhaustive list of various condiments on different continents, from Asia to the Americas. I also break down these 63 condiments into 10 classes, including:
· Thick Sauces
· Oily and Liquidy Sauces
· Spreads and Pastes
· Spices, Powders, Or Natural Herbs
· Dips
· Mustards
· Salad and Salad Dressings
· Pickles and Preserves
· Ketchup
· And Vinegar
You might question why pickles and preserves or herbs appear in this list, right? So let’s begin with the definition of condiments.
The Overview Of Condiment
We all know that condiments are the perfect substance for flavorings. People typically add them after cooking; however, various kinds need to be added during cooking or before serving.
Besides, some condiments can stand alone, while some cannot. They can be in the thick form (like thick sauces, dressings, etc.) or powder (like spices, salt, etc.). Therefore, the condiment is a broad term, but as long as it can enhance food’s flavor, it is a condiment.
Do you know “condiment” derives from the Latin word “condimentum”, which means “spice, sauce, seasoning” and “condire” means “season, preserve, pickle”?
In the past, condiments referred to preserved food and pickles. Though its meaning has changed nowadays, some pickles and preserves are still ideal condiments.
Today, you can find condiments in various types of packages. They can be in a jar, plastic/glass bottle, or single-serving packet (like ketchup and mustard that fast-food or take-out restaurants usually provide).
Wait no more! Keep reading to learn more about the world of condiments with these 63 notable types. Many interesting facts are waiting for you to explore.
Abundant Thick Sauce Variants In The World
Sauces vary in texture, ingredients, and color. They can have a cream-like, semi-solid, or liquid texture. In this section, I will mainly focus on 17 types of thicker sauces that play essential roles in various types of cuisines. Some might be sweet; some are savory.
I also divide them into 2 types: vegan and non-vegan sauces in this part. But this classification is based only on the traditional versions of these sauces. In reality, you can find many vegan and non-vegan options.
Vegan Thick Sauces
The following are 10 vegan-friendly thick sauces. Some of them are very common in many households.
1. Barbecue Sauce
Barbecue sauce (aka BBQ sauce) is the mixture of other condiments, e.g., vinegar, mustard, ketchup, mayonnaise, liquid smoke, sugar, onion powder, and other spices. However, the recipe might be customized based on humans’ preferences.
They typically use it as a condiment, marinade basting, or topping for BBQ-cooked meat. BBQ sauce is especially famous in Southern America to perk up the flavor of pork, beef, or chicken dishes. So try them in your favorite BBQ appetizers at your next party.
This sauce can be traced back to the 17th century. The first form of it included pepper, salt, and vinegar. And the BBQ sauce recipe has evolved. Nowadays, you can also find many ready-made BBQ sauces at supermarkets or groceries.
Moreover, their variants are different by region in the USA. For example, the Texas version heavily uses spices and seasonings like cumin, chili powder, etc., and less sugar and tomato, while the Kansas city version consists of spices, sugar, and vinegar in their sauces.
2. Marinara Sauce
Marinara sauce is seemingly an upgraded style of normal tomato sauce with a concoction of tomatoes, herbs, onions, and garlic. You can find some Marinara sauce styles containing olives, spice, capers, or wine as well.
No one knows the exact origin of this sauce, but it is a significant sauce in Italian-American cuisine. In Central Italy, a cousin of marinara sauce is “Sugo Finto”. Or in Italy, Alla Marinara is a sauce mainly made from oregano, basil, and tomatoes.
There are several tasty pasta sauces, and Marinara sauce is 1 of them. They pair well with your pizza and stir-fried dishes too!
3. Chimichurri
Argentina’s cuisine is terrific, and so is their Chimichurri sauce. You can use this uncooked sauce as a condiment (especially for grilled meat) or a cooking element.
They can be the best compliment to steaks and sausages, but pairing them with fish or poultry is also ideal. People can baste this sauce on the meat during cooking, or coat it on the cooked meat surface.
The main components in Chimichurri are olive oil, chopped parsley, minced garlic, red wine vinegar, pepper flake, and oregano. This sauce has 2 styles: red (Chimichurri Rojo) and green (Chimichurri Verde).
The way people use Chimichurri is also different from country to country. For instance, in Mexico, it is a pizza topping made from mustard, mayonnaise, garlic, oil, chile de árbol, etc., with orange color.
4. Cocktail Sauce
Another name for cocktail sauce is seafood sauce, which implies how people usually consume them with seafood cocktail dishes. They are best served cold or at room temperature, so if you want to serve a simple cold appetizer, e.g., shrimp cocktail, this sauce is the best one!
The origin of this sauce is in the United Kingdom, created by Fanny Cradock – a renowned British chef. In fact, seafood cocktails originated in America in the 19th which typically contained shrimp or oysters. And this sauce made it burst in flavor.
The cocktail sauce includes ketchup (or chili sauce) and prepared horseradish as main ingredients, but some styles might use lemon juice, Tabasco, or Worcestershire sauce as additions.
In other European countries, the locals add mayonnaise to tomato sauce to make cocktail sauce. On the other hand, besides pairing it with a seafood cocktail, the cocktail sauce can go with fish and chips, which is popular in Australia.
5. Chocolate Sauce (or Syrup)
Chocolate sauce (or chocolate syrup) is a sweet condiment used as a dessert sauce or dessert topping (e.g., ice cream, cake, or puddings). They are also wonderful to mix in your milk (or milkshake) to make a tasty cup of chocolate-flavored milk.
Their consistency can be thin, so you can easily drizzle it on your desserts or a thick sauce that requires a spoon to put on the sweet treats. Indeed, decorating your cakes with chocolate sauce will make them more attractive.
You can buy this condiment in many stores, or homemade ones are easy to make. Use unsweetened cocoa powder, sugar (or other sweetened items), and flavorings (if desired) to create a simple chocolate sauce at home.
6. Teriyaki Sauce
Can you guess the root of this sauce from its name? That’s right; Teriyaki sauce is a Japanese-based food with dark color. The 4 main ingredients in this sauce are soy sauce, sake (or mirin with lower alcohol volume), ginger, and sugar.
This sauce features a sweet and tangy taste with strong umami undertones. They can be spicy as well. Moreover, the traditional Japanese Teriyaki sauce is thin, but some commercial bottled ones can be sticky and thick in texture.
Teriyaki also refers to all the meat dishes (like Teriyaki chicken) that have been marinated in teriyaki sauce in American cuisine. Many high-quality Teriyaki sauce products have been used in many fast-food or take-out restaurants in this country. Read More…
