Homemade Ketchup
This easy homemade ketchup recipe blows the bottled stuff out of the water with its rich flavor, smooth texture, and just the right balance of tangy and sweet. It’s made with real ingredients you can actually pronounce - no high fructose corn syrup or mystery labels, just pantry staples that are bold, nostalgic, and full of flavor. Ready in under 15 minutes, it’s a total game-changer for everything from hot dogs and burgers to onion rings and crispy fries.
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 6 ounces tomato paste
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- ½ cup apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup water
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a medium saucepan and stir well.6 ounces tomato paste, ¼ cup honey or maple syrup, ½ cup apple cider vinegar, ¼ cup water, ¾ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Place the saucepan on the stovetop over medium/high heat until it begins to boil, stirring constantly. Reduce the heat immediately to medium and allow the ketchup to simmer for 10 minutes, still stirring constantly.
- Remove the ketchup from the heat and allow it to cool for a few minutes. Pour the ketchup into a food processor or blender and puree for about 1 minute until very smooth.
- Pour the ketchup into a glass jar or bottle. Use it immediately or store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to three weeks.
Notes
- Yield: Approximately 1 ½ cups.
- Sugar: You can replace the honey with 2 Tablespoons of light brown sugar + 2 Tablespoons of granulated sugar.
Storage & Make Ahead
- Store: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 weeks.
- Freeze: Pour into ice cube trays, freeze solid, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 3 months.
- Reheat: Warm gently in the microwave or on the stovetop, stirring to restore the smooth texture.
- Make Ahead: Great for prepping a day or two in advance - the flavor only gets better with time.
Nutrition
Calories: 72kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.05g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 517mg | Potassium: 314mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 433IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1mg
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