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Homemade Ketchup

A vibrant, sweet-tangy ketchup made from simple ingredients that can easily surpass store-bought options.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 15 tablespoons
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: American
Calories: 25
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups crushed tomatoes canned or fresh
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon allspice

Equipment

  • Medium-sized saucepan
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Blender or immersion blender
  • Glass jar or bottle for storage

Method
 

  1. Gather all your ingredients and measure them out.
  2. In a medium saucepan, add the crushed tomatoes and apple cider vinegar.
  3. Stir in the brown sugar, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, cinnamon, and allspice.
  4. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  5. Let it simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. After simmering, use a blender or immersion blender to puree the ketchup until smooth.
  7. Taste your ketchup and adjust sweetness or seasoning as needed.
  8. Let the ketchup cool before transferring to a glass jar or bottle.

Notes

This homemade ketchup will keep in the fridge for up to three weeks.