Fila Manila Filipino American Kitchen collaborated with food lifestyle brand Unkle Harold's to create tomato-free ketchup. The Banana Ketchup tells the story of a condiment that was first produced in the Philippines due to a shortage of tomatoes and a high production of bananas. This modernized condiment is ready to be enjoyed on burgers, fries, nuggets, eggs and anything in between.
The plant-based condiment is free from artificial flavors and colors, and it combines banana with bell pepper, herbs and spices to deliver a flavorful twist on a classic all-American condiment.
In the category for Best New Condiment, Sauce and/or Dip, Fila Manila Filipino American Kitchen won the Natural Products Expo East 2022 NEXTY Award for its Banana Ketchup.
Banana Ketchup Condiments
Fila Manila Filipino American Kitchen Created a Tomato-Free Ketchup
Trend Themes
1. Plant-based Condiments - The emergence of unique plant-based condiments with new flavors and ingredients is disrupting the traditional condiment industry.
2. Adapting Local Condiments - Adapting local condiments from other parts of the world such as banana ketchup can be a major disruptive innovation opportunity.
3. Allergy-free Condiments - Catering to specific dietary restrictions such as tomato allergies with innovative solutions for condiments represents a disruptive innovation opportunity.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage Industry - The food and beverage industry must adapt to the changing tastes of consumers and embrace the trend of plant-based and allergy-free condiments.
2. International Cuisine Industry - The international cuisine industry should mine the potential of local condiments and utilize them in various cuisines to elevate their flavor profiles.
3. Eco-friendly Packaging Industry - The emergence of innovative and sustainable packaging solutions for plant-based and allergy-free condiments represent a disruptive innovation opportunity.