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Fries: ketchup or mayo?

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The facts

  • Heinz began selling tomato ketchup in 1876. Wikipedia
  • In Belgium and the Netherlands, fries are commonly served with mayonnaise. Wikipedia
  • Belgium and France both claim to have invented fries. Wikipedia

Facts checked against their sources on November 4, 2026.

Why people are split

Ketchup fans want the classic: sweet, tangy and on every diner table. Mayo fans say the Belgians figured this out long ago, and once you try it you don't go back.

How people voted

The live split shows on the card as soon as you vote. The vote count appears here once 50 people have voted.

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FAQ

Why do Belgians eat fries with mayo?

It's the traditional pairing in Belgium and the Netherlands, where fries are a street food staple.

When was ketchup invented?

Tomato ketchup goes back to the early 1800s, and Heinz started selling its version in 1876.

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