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Homemade Ketchup Recipes

Are you tired of the same old store-bought ketchup flavor? Making your own homemade ketchup is easier than you think and allows you to customize the taste to your liking. With just a few simple ingredients, such as ripe tomatoes, onions, garlic, and spices, you can create a variety of delicious homemade ketchup recipes that suit any palate.

Sweet and Smoky Homemade Ketchup

This classic recipe combines the natural sweetness of ripe tomatoes with the smokiness of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. Perfect for topping burgers, hot dogs, or grilled meats, this sweet and smoky homemade ketchup is a game-changer.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups chopped fresh tomatoes
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped tomatoes, onion, garlic, chipotle peppers, brown sugar, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes or until the ketchup has thickened slightly.
  3. Remove from heat and let cool before transferring to an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Spicy Homemade Ketchup with Garlic

This recipe packs a punch with the addition of diced jalapeños and a sprinkle of cayenne pepper. Perfect for those who like a little heat, this spicy homemade ketchup is great on fries, wings, or as a dipping sauce.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups chopped fresh tomatoes
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2-3 diced jalapeños
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped tomatoes, onion, garlic, diced jalapeños, brown sugar, cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the ketchup has thickened slightly.
  3. Remove from heat and let cool before transferring to an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Tomato-Free Homemade Ketchup

This recipe skips the tomatoes altogether and uses pureed carrots as the base. Perfect for those who can't tolerate tomatoes, this tomato-free homemade ketchup is great on burgers, sandwiches, or as a side dish.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cooked carrots
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Salt to taste

Instructions:

  1. In a blender or food processor, puree the cooked carrots until smooth.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the carrot puree, onion, garlic, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, black pepper, and salt.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the ketchup has thickened slightly.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool before transferring to an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Note: These recipes can be adjusted to suit your taste preferences by adding more or less of any ingredient. Enjoy!