Description
This Homemade Ketchup Recipe offers a wholesome and flavorful alternative to store-bought ketchup, made from simple ingredients like tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, and natural sweeteners. Perfect as a healthy condiment, it is rich in spices and free from preservatives, providing a tangy and slightly sweet taste that can be customized to your preference.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
- pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Combine tomato paste and water: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the tomato paste and water until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Add remaining ingredients: Stir in the apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, honey, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, allspice, cloves, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper if using to infuse the base with flavor.
- Simmer the mixture: Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook uncovered for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens to your preferred consistency.
- Adjust seasoning and cool: Taste the ketchup and adjust the seasoning or sweetness if necessary. Allow it to cool before transferring to a storage container.
- Storage: Pour the ketchup into an airtight container or glass jar and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks, ensuring freshness and flavor retention.
Notes
- For a smoother ketchup, use an immersion blender to blend after cooking.
- You can double the recipe and freeze extra portions in small containers for later use.
- Adjust the amount of spices to make the ketchup tangier or sweeter based on your taste preferences.
