Best 3 Green Tomato Ketchup Recipes

Green tomato ketchup is a unique and flavorful condiment that can add a tangy twist to your favorite dishes. Made from unripe green tomatoes, this ketchup has a slightly tart flavor that balances out the sweetness of traditional ketchup. Green tomato ketchup is a great way to use up extra tomatoes from your garden or local farmers market, and it's a delicious alternative to store-bought ketchup. With its vibrant green color and tangy flavor, green tomato ketchup is a great way to add a pop of color and flavor to your meals.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SWEET GREEN TOMATO KETCHUP

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This is my version of Mom's version of Granny's Green Tomato Ketchup! No sterilizing jars and canning...just eating and enjoying! Use this as a sidedish, or on potatoes or even with corn chips instead of salsa!

Provided by Nadine

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes

Time 5h

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

5 green tomatoes, chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 white onion, chopped
½ cup pickling salt
1 cup white vinegar
⅔ cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
10 tablespoons white sugar
8 whole cloves
1 tablespoon dark corn syrup

Steps:

In a large bowl, layer the tomatoes, bell peppers and onion, seasoning each layer with salt as you go. Keep making layers until you run out of vegetables. Cover the bowl, and refrigerate for 4 to 5 hours.
Pour the vegetables into a colander and rinse off the salt under running water. Put them into a pot with a lid, and stir in the vinegar, brown sugar, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, white sugar, whole cloves, and corn syrup. Bring to a boil, and then simmer over medium heat, uncovered, for about 30 minutes. The tomatoes will start to turn pale.
When the vegetables are very soft, press them through a sieve, being sure to find all of the cloves and remove them. Cool the sauce and store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85.1 calories, Carbohydrate 21.3 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 0.7 g, Sodium 3470.6 mg, Sugar 19.2 g

GREEN TOMATO KETCHUP(RELISH)

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This is my Aunt Naomi's recipe and it is one of the foods I grew up on. We would use this instead of pickle relish in dishes.

Provided by ginger skaggs

Categories Other Sauces

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 peck green tomatoes(about 24 large tomatoes)
6 green peppers
6 red sweet peppers
10 onions
5 cups apple cider vinegar
5 cups sugar
sterilized, clean jars with lids and rings
2 tablespoons pickling spice tied in a cheesecloth bag
BRINE
1/4 cup salt
1 quart water

Steps:

1. Cut or grind vegetables.(My aunt used a grinder, coarse ground)
2. Soak in brine overnight.
3. The next morning drain or squeeze out brine.
4. Mix vinegar, sugar and spices together.
5. Bring to a boil.
6. Add vegetables and cook for 10 minutes.
7. Put in jars and seal.
8. As always make sure your jars are clean with no chips or cracks and wipe the rim to be sure there is nothing on it. I know most of you ladies know this, but "newbies" may not.

GREEN TOMATO FRIES WITH FIERY KETCHUP

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Green tomater fries! Why not? The ketchup is hot and you may use much less cayenne if you like. Adapted from

Provided by Sharon123

Categories Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 lb green tomato, cut into 1/4 inch sticks
1 cup buttermilk
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup yellow cornmeal
3 tablespoons Old Bay Seasoning
1 cup ketchup
1/2-1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or less if you're a wimp like me)
1 teaspoon hot red pepper sauce (Tabasco)
4 -6 cups vegetable oil (for frying)

Steps:

In a large bowl combine the seasoned flour ingredients, and mix well. In a separate bowl combine Fiery Ketchup ingredients.
Heat oil in deep fryer to 400 degrees.
For each serving, dip 4 ounces tomatoes in buttermilk, letting excess drain off and then dredge in seasoned flour. Be sure to get all sides, press lightly while flouring so it will stick.
Fry individual portions so you do not overcrowd fryer. Deep fry for about 1 minute, until outside is golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
Serve with 2 ounces Fiery Ketchup for dipping. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2374.6, Fat 220.7, SaturatedFat 28.9, Cholesterol 2.5, Sodium 767.4, Carbohydrate 95, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 21.5, Protein 13.4

Tips:

Choose the right tomatoes: Use firm, green tomatoes for the best results. Avoid tomatoes that are soft or have blemishes.
Prepare the tomatoes properly: Core and slice the tomatoes into thin wedges. This will help them cook evenly.
Use a large pot: You'll need a large pot to hold all of the ingredients. A Dutch oven or stockpot is a good option.
Cook the tomatoes low and slow: Simmer the tomatoes over low heat for at least 1 hour, or until they are very soft. This will help develop the flavor of the ketchup.
Add the vinegar and sugar: Once the tomatoes are soft, add the vinegar and sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the ketchup has thickened.
Season to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a bit of cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.
Can or jar the ketchup: If you want to store the ketchup for later, can or jar it. Follow the instructions on your canning or jarring equipment.

Conclusion:

Green tomato ketchup is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used on a variety of foods. It's also a great way to use up green tomatoes that you might otherwise have to throw away. So next time you have a batch of green tomatoes, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!