Chile-Banana-Mango Ketchup

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup onion, finely diced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 4 canned mangoes, diced
• 1 cup mango juice
• 3 ripe bananas, sliced
• 2 chilies, seeds and stems removed
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1/4 cup flavored vinegar
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
• 1 lime, juice of
• salt, to taste

Directions

1. 1

   In a skillet, saute the onion, ginger, and garlic in the oil until soft.

2. 2

   Add the remaining ingredients, except the lime juice and salt.

3. 3

   Cover and simmer over low heat, stirring frequently, for 20 minutes.

4. 4

   Remove from the heat and puree in a blender or food processor until smooth.

5. 5

   Stir in the lime juice and the salt. The ketchup should be a little thinner than you desire, as it will thicken as it cools.

6. 6

   Use chilled or at room temperature.