If you're looking for a healthier alternative to store-bought ketchup, look no further than this guide to making your own low sodium homemade ketchup. This easy-to-follow recipe uses fresh tomatoes, vinegar, and spices to create a delicious and flavorful condiment that's perfect for adding flavor to your favorite dishes. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can enjoy a delicious, low sodium ketchup that's sure to be a hit with the whole family.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
LOW SODIUM KETCHUP
This Low Sodium Ketchup will save you from one of the most common high sodium, high artificial sweetener condiments in your fridge. So Easy - So Good!
Provided by Bill
Categories Condiment
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients a medium saucepan and mix.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer 15-20 minutes. Stir throughout every few minutes.
- Cover with lid askew because it will spit hot ketchup all over even the lowest setting.
- Add water, a teaspoon at a time or simmer down to your desired consistency.
- Let cool and then pour preferably into a glass bottle or container for storage.
- Keep refrigerated up to a month.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 27 kcal, Sodium 11 mg, Carbohydrate 6.6 g, Protein 0.5 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Sugar 5.7 g, ServingSize 1 Tbsp
HOMEMADE KETCHUP
This ketchup does come close to those name brands in terms of taste, texture and color. I've never had a tomato paste-based ketchup that I liked, so I decided to cook down crushed tomatoes instead. By using the slow cooker, we take most of the labor out of the process.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes
Time 12h10m
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Pour ground tomatoes into slow cooker. Swirl 1/4 cup water in each emptied can and pour into slow cooker. Add sugar, vinegar, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, celery salt, mustard powder, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and whole clove; whisk to combine.
- Cook on high, uncovered, until mixture is reduced by half and very thick, 10 to 12 hours. Stir every hour or so.
- Smooth the texture of the ketchup using an immersion blender, about 20 seconds.
- Ladle the ketchup into a fine strainer and press mixture with the back of a ladle to strain out any skins and seeds.
- Transfer the strained ketchup to a bowl. Cool completely before tasting to adjust salt, black pepper, or cayenne pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 16.2 calories, Carbohydrate 3.9 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.5 g, Sodium 139.1 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
LOW-SODIUM HOMEMADE KETCHUP
Make and share this Low-Sodium Homemade Ketchup recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Kate J
Categories < 15 Mins
Time 15m
Yield 3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Blend Onion and water in blender until liquefied.
- In a small saucepan, whisk the onion-water with remaining ingredients.
- Cover and cook over low heat for about 10 minutes.
- Allow to Cool
- Store in a tightly covered container or squeeze bottle in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.1, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 115.2, Carbohydrate 41.8, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 32, Protein 5.4
LOW SODIUM KETCHUP
A simple and easy low sodium ketchup recipe to replace store bought ketchup in all your recipes or as a condiment. With this recipe, you will no longer have to worry about your sodium intake or the ingredients used.
Provided by Marc-Andre Vachon
Categories Sauces, Condiments & Dressings
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine all the ingredients in a saucepan.
- Bring to a boil over high heat and simmer half-covered over medium heat for 20 to 25 minutes until it gets thicker. Stir the ketchup occasionally while cooking.
- Let cool completely and store in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 15 ml - 1 tbsp, Calories 16 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 1 g, Sodium 4 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g
Tips:
- Use ripe tomatoes: The riper the tomatoes, the sweeter and more flavorful your ketchup will be.
- Roast the tomatoes: Roasting the tomatoes concentrates their flavor and makes them easier to blend.
- Use a variety of spices: Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices to create your own unique ketchup flavor.
- Simmer the ketchup for at least 30 minutes: This will help the flavors to meld and develop.
- Taste the ketchup as you go: Adjust the seasonings to your liking.
- Store the ketchup in a sterilized jar: This will help to prevent spoilage.
Conclusion:
Making your own ketchup at home is a great way to control the ingredients and sodium content. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a delicious and healthy ketchup that the whole family will enjoy.
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