Pickapeppa sauce

Pickapeppa Sauce is a commercially produced condiment originating from Jamaica. It is often referred to as "Jamaican ketchup" in popular culture, and is a staple in many Jamaican households and restaurants.

History

The Pickapeppa Company was established in 1921 and has been producing Pickapeppa Sauce since its inception. The sauce is made in Shooters Hill, Jamaica, a small town located in the parish of Manchester. The company's original recipe has remained largely unchanged, contributing to the sauce's enduring popularity.

Ingredients

Pickapeppa Sauce is made from a blend of tomatoes, onions, sugar, cane vinegar, mangoes, raisins, tamarind, and peppers. The ingredients are pickled in oak barrels for a year before being processed into the final product. This aging process gives the sauce its distinctive sweet and tangy flavor.

Uses

Pickapeppa Sauce is versatile and can be used in a variety of dishes. It is commonly used as a marinade for meats, a dipping sauce, and an ingredient in Jamaican dishes such as jerk chicken. The sauce is also popular in cocktail recipes, particularly in a drink known as the Bloody Mary.

Availability

While Pickapeppa Sauce is widely available in Jamaica, it is also exported to several countries around the world, including the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. It can be found in many grocery stores, specialty food shops, and online retailers.

See also

• List of condiments
• List of sauces