Description

This homemade ketchup recipe offers a healthy and flavorful alternative to store-bought versions. Made with simple pantry ingredients like tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, and honey, this condiment is rich in taste and easy to customize. Perfect for those seeking a natural, gluten-free, and vegan-friendly ketchup, it simmers gently on the stovetop to develop a perfectly thick and tangy sauce that complements any meal.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup honey or sugar

Seasonings

1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
Pinch of black pepper

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Instructions

Combine tomato paste and water: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the tomato paste and water until smooth to create the base of the ketchup.
Add remaining ingredients: Stir in the apple cider vinegar, honey or sugar, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, allspice, cloves, cinnamon, and black pepper evenly into the mixture.
Simmer the mixture: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer uncovered for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and to thicken to your desired consistency.
Adjust seasonings: Taste the ketchup and adjust sweetness or tang by adding more honey or vinegar if necessary.
Cool and store: Remove from heat and allow the ketchup to cool completely. Transfer it to a clean jar or squeeze bottle, and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.

Notes

For a thinner consistency, add more water gradually until desired texture is reached.
Adjust sweetness or acidity by varying the amounts of honey/sugar or vinegar according to taste preferences.
This recipe is naturally gluten-free.
Make it vegan by substituting honey with sugar or maple syrup.
Store in the refrigerator and use within 3 weeks for optimal freshness.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Condiment
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
Calories: 15
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 95mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 4g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg