Ketchup Fresh Tomatoes
Making ketchup from fresh tomatoes is a great way to enjoy the natural flavors of this classic condiment. This recipe will guide you through the process of creating your own homemade ketchup using ripe, juicy tomatoes.
Ingredients
- 5 lbs ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground cloves
- 1/2 tsp ground allspice
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine the chopped tomatoes and onion.
- Cook over medium heat for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, salt, cloves, and allspice to the pot.
- Continue to cook for another 30 minutes, or until the mixture has thickened.
- Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
- Transfer the mixture to a blender and blend until smooth.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove any seeds or skins.
- Transfer the ketchup to a jar or bottle and refrigerate until ready to use.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 1 hour
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 30 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 7g
- Fat
- 0g
- Protein
- 1g
Supplies
Large pot Blender Fine mesh sieve Jar or bottle for storage
Tools
Cutting board Knife Spoon
Serving suggestions
Serve the homemade ketchup with your favorite burgers, fries, or sandwiches for a delicious and fresh flavor.
Tips & tricks
For a smoother ketchup, you can use an immersion blender directly in the pot instead of transferring the mixture to a blender.
Cost
$8