The process of making Bamboo Shoot Ketchup requires the use of succulent bamboo shoots from the species of Giant Bamboo, Spiny Bamboo, Michiko Bamboo, Budhas Belly and bayug. It involves properly carrying out the process steps which allows the utilization of organically grown bamboo shoots and selected from best quality. The shoots are grated, parboiled, pureed, cooked to the right consistency with a good blend of spices, sugar, vinegar, salt and properly processed for best keeping qualities. The prior art of making ketchup make use of preservatives added to the product and which can be detrimental to the health of customers. The base ingredients like tomatoes and bananas are costly during some parts of the year because of its seasonality and occurrence of typhoons. The Bamboo Ketchup as a complementary food is high in fiber content, nutritious and organic, contains no artificial colors, flavors nor preservatives.
