Homemade Ketchup
Ketchup is more than just a condiment; it’s a flavorful companion that enhances your meals. This homemade ketchup recipe is simple to make and packed with fresh ingredients, delivering a rich and tangy taste that outshines store-bought versions. Perfect for summer barbecues or everyday dishes, this recipe allows you to customize sweetness and spice levels to suit your palate. Get ready to elevate your culinary creations with this delicious homemade ketchup!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Sauce Making
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp ground allspice
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and chop the tomatoes, onion, and garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Sauté onions until golden (5-7 minutes).
- Add chopped tomatoes and minced garlic; cook until soft (about 10 minutes).
- Remove from heat, cool slightly, then blend until smooth.
- Return mixture to the saucepan over low heat. Stir in vinegar, brown sugar, salt, pepper, allspice, and cinnamon; simmer for 20 minutes.
- Cool completely before transferring to jars or bottles for storage in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 15g
- Calories: 20
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg