Ching’s Schezwan Ketchup is DELISH!

It’s no surprise that Desi Chinese has emerged to be the country’s beloved comfort food. Since 1995, Ching’s has been delighting taste buds with its range of Chinese sauces, instant soups, noodles, and chutneys. After trying Ching’s all-new Schezwan Ketchup, here’s what we thought. 

Let’s take a closer look at its flavor, consistency, price, packaging, and more in our in-depth review.

Ching’s Schezwan Ketchup – Quick Glance

Quick product details outlined below: 

Our Review Factors 

What are we expecting? We are looking for a spicy ketchup experience with a nice balance of tanginess of tomatoes and a hint of sweetness. 

The Schezwan Ketchup by Ching’s was reviewed on the following parameters:

1. Flavor

Our checklist includes:

• Spice Level: Does it deliver the expected heat of a Schezwan sauce?
• Balance: Are the heat, tanginess, and sweetness well-balanced?
• Authenticity: Does it capture the essence of traditional Schezwan flavors?

2. Texture + Consistency

Ketchup should strike the perfect balance—not too watery or runny, but also not so thick that squeezing it out of the bottle becomes a struggle. 

Here, we evaluate the sauce’s overall consistency. Is the ketchup too runny, too thick, or just right? Are there visible specks of chili flakes?

3. Additional Information 

Our observations extended to include important factors like price, shelf life, and packaging information.

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Ching’s Schezwan Ketchup  – Detailed Review

Product Highlights 

Ching’s Schezwan Ketchup comes in a glass bottle. A 485 gm quantity retails for Rs. 120. This has 18 months of shelf life. 

Keep the ketchup refrigerated after opening. 

Key Ingredients 

The main ingredients are as follows: Water, Sugar, Tomato paste (13%), Iodised salt, Cotton seed oil, Chilli, Thickener (INS1422), Garlic, Onions, Acidity regulator (INS260), Ginger, Flavor enhancer (INS635), Spices and Condiments, Preservatives (INS211, INS202), and Natural flavoring substances.

How We Tested It?

We tried the product two ways:

• As-is
• Paired with fries and other dippables like spring rolls and nuggets.

Detailed Analysis 

Consistency

This ketchup is medium in thickness, making it easy to pour and spread. What sets it apart is its texture, characterized by visible chili bits throughout. 

Visual Characteristics

Appearance-wise, this has a medium-bright red color. Unlike traditional ketchup, this one has a lot of tiny pieces of chili seeds and skin.

Aroma

At first, you are greeted by the aroma of fresh tomatoes, followed by a sharp, tangy hit of acidity. Finally, a lingering aroma of chili hints at the heat that awaits.

Flavor 

For someone who is a big fan of the iconic Schezwan chutney by Ching’s, this ketchup is a treat. The ketchup delivers a harmonious mix of flavors: the sweetness and tanginess of tomatoes, layered with a spicy chili kick. The balance between hot, sweet, and tangy notes is executed perfectly.

This ketchup shines as a dipping sauce, especially when paired with a platter of deep-fried snacks like fries, spring rolls, nuggets, or samosas.

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Frequently Asked Questions 

Here are some interesting FAQs on Schezwan Ketchup:

Final Words

In summary, Ching’s Schezwan ketchup is DELISH! This ketchup is not overly spicy but carries a wonderful kick of chili. It is a super tasty dipping sauce that will pair with a variety of fried snacks. We liked the pleasing aroma and the harmony of hot, sweet, and tangy flavors.

For those who love Ching’s Schezwan Chutney, this new ketchup is sure to impress.