Why does COOK add sugar to savoury dishes?

Most of the time the sugar that appears in the ingredients is sugar that naturally occurs in ingredients, like honey or dried fruit. However, there are some traditional savoury recipes that include added sugar. For example, it can bring out the sweetness in tomatoes, help balance flavours, and offset any sharpness. We are keeping an eye on the amount of sugar we use and are trying to reduce it whenever possible, just like you would at home.