How to make ketchup at home? Recipes

Homemade ketchup is more than just a sauce for fries. It is a way to have full control over the composition, taste and quality of what ends up on our plate – and the plates of children. If you have ever read the label of a classic ketchup from the supermarket, you know that it is full of sugar, spirit vinegar and ingredients that are hard to call natural. But ketchup can be not only delicious, but also healthy. Check how to make ketchup at home.

How is ketchup made?

Below you will learn not only proven, refined recipes for homemade ketchup, but also what products to use to achieve a truly top-notch effect. Check how homemade ketchup compares to selected, organic products – such as Ketchup for children without vinegar BIO Primavika or Spicy Ketchup BIO Bio Food.

What is ketchup made of?

You can make it spicy, sweet, slightly smoky or very classic – it all depends on your taste. Most children love ketchup – it's no secret. The problem is that many versions available on the market are loaded with sugar and vinegar. That's why it's worth reaching for a recipe for homemade ketchup without vinegar or... trusting a proven ready-made solution.

Our products are an example of a ready-made sauce that contains neither artificial preservatives nor vinegar, and is based on organic ingredients. Ideal if you don't have time to cook.

Why is it worth making ketchup yourself? Is ketchup healthy?

The most important reason? You know what you eat. Homemade ketchup does not contain artificial preservatives, flavor enhancers or refined sugar, if you do not want to add it. You can adapt the recipe to your diet – gluten-free, vegan, low-sugar, low-sodium.

You decide. Homemade ketchup is also a completely different league of flavors. The spices you add can be more complex than in the store-bought equivalent.

How to make ketchup with fresh tomatoes?

Here is a recipe for classic, homemade ketchup – without vinegar, without preservatives.

Ingredients

·        2 kg ripe tomatoes (preferably lime or raspberry),

·        1 medium onion,

·        3 cloves garlic,

·        1 tablespoon olive oil,

·        1 tablespoon cane sugar (can be omitted),

·        1 teaspoon sea salt,

·        1/2 teaspoon ground pepper,

·        1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika,

·        1/4 teaspoon cinnamon,

·        2 bay leaves.

Preparation

1.      Scald tomatoes with boiling water, peel and dice.

2.      Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil, add tomatoes and spices.

3.      Cook over low heat for 45–60 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4.      Remove bay leaves, blend until smooth.

5.      Strain the finished ketchup through a sieve if you want a velvety consistency.

6.      Pour into sterilized jars. Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks, or pasteurize.

Tip: you can replace the cane sugar with dates or maple syrup if you want a healthier version.

How to make ketchup in spicy version?

The next recipe is a more spicy version, i.e. spicy homemade ketchup – perfect for Tex-Mex dishes and burgers.

Ingredients

·        1.5 kg tomatoes,

·        1 chili pepper (or more if you like spicy flavors),

·        2 cloves of garlic,

·        1 teaspoon of smoked paprika,

·        1/2 teaspoon of ground coriander,

·        2 tablespoons of apple vinegar,

·        1 tablespoon of brown sugar,

·        salt, pepper to taste.

Preparation

Similar to the classic version, only add the chili already at the stage of frying the onion and garlic.

How to make sugar-free homemade ketchup?

The next suggestion is a sugar-free ketchup – a version for diabetics and people on a low-carb diet.

Ingredients

·        2 kg tomatoes,

·        1 onion,

·        3 cloves of garlic,

·        2 tablespoons of apple vinegar,

·        1 tablespoon of erythritol or stevia,

·        spices: salt, pepper, paprika, cloves, allspice (optional).

Preparation

Similar to the classic version. The new ingredient is sugar substitutes. Why is it worth it? Such ketchup not only tastes good, but also does not raise blood sugar levels. Ideal for people with insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes or on a ketogenic diet. Learn more about erythritol.

Why is it worth having a ready, good ketchup in stock?

·        Time: preparing a homemade sauce takes an hour, sometimes more. A ready product – you have it at hand at any time.

·        Durability: ketchups such are pasteurized and have a long shelf life without added preservatives.

·        Quality: BIO ingredients, no artificial additives – this is what distinguishes these products.

·        Convenience for families: especially important when you have children. Homemade ketchup is a great option for preschool sandwiches, fries or nuggets.

How to make ketchup at home? Summary

Homemade ketchup is a healthy alternative to store-bought products – no preservatives, no excess sugar. You can prepare a classic, spicy or sugar-free. When you don't have time, it's worth reaching for good, certified alternatives – they are healthy and convenient.

By making homemade ketchup yourself, you gain not only control over the ingredients, but also the satisfaction of creating something delicious and valuable from scratch.