Making homemade ketchup is a fun and delicious way to enjoy a classic condiment with a personalized touch. Here’s a simple recipe to get you started:
Ingredients:
- 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon mustard powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions:
- Combine Ingredients:
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), and water. Stir until well blended.
- Add Spices:
- Add the salt, onion powder, garlic powder, allspice, cloves, cinnamon, mustard powder, and black pepper to the mixture. Stir until all the spices are evenly distributed.
- Simmer:
- Pour the mixture into a saucepan and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. This helps the flavors to meld together and thickens the ketchup slightly.
- Cool and Store:
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the ketchup cool to room temperature. Once cooled, transfer it to a glass jar or an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator.
- Enjoy:
- Your homemade ketchup can be used just like store-bought ketchup. Enjoy it on burgers, fries, and any other dishes where you love ketchup!
Tips:
- Adjust the sweetness and spices according to your taste preference.
- For a smoother texture, you can blend the ketchup after cooking using an immersion blender or a regular blender.
- Homemade ketchup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
