Bourbon Ketchup Recipe

Name: Bourbon Ketchup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (28 oz can) peeled diced tomatoes - PUREED; Olive Oil / Canola blend; 1 medium onion, minced; 2 TB garlic, minced; 1 small jalapeno, minced; (seed it if you don't want too much heat); 1/2 cup bourbon whiskey (cheap is fine, the alcohol is cooking out); 1 tsp chili powder; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika; 1/4 tsp cinnamon; 1 TB tomato paste; 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar; 1/2 cup Bragg's Unfiltered Apple Cider Vinegar

Servings: persons

1 (28 oz can) peeled diced tomatoes - PUREED
Olive Oil / Canola blend
1 medium onion, minced
2 TB garlic, minced
1 small jalapeno, minced
(seed it if you don't want too much heat)
1/2 cup bourbon whiskey (cheap is fine, the alcohol is cooking out)
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1 TB tomato paste
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup Bragg's Unfiltered Apple Cider Vinegar

1
Heat a large enough pot with just enough oil to coat the bottom. When hot, add in the onions, garlic, and jalapenos. Saute over med-high heat for about 5 minutes, until onions are translucent. Garlic should NOT burn.
2
Add the bourbon. Cook, stirring frequently, until most of the liquid has evaporated.
3
Add the chili powder, paprika, cinnamon, and tomato paste. Stir until incorporated.
4
Add brown sugar, apple cider vinegar. Cook for another couple of minutes until bubbly and sugar has liquified.
5
Add the canned tomatoes (that you have pureed/blended).
6
Bring to a boil, then simmer for an hour uncovered, stirring frequently, until very, very thick.
7
Let ketchup cook, blend, then pass through a strainer or ricer into a bowl. It should be a very smooth ketchup.

205

kcal

Calories

Carbs

Protein

Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (28 oz can) peeled diced tomatoes - PUREED, Olive Oil / Canola blend, 1 medium onion, minced, 2 TB garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Bourbon Ketchup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Bourbon Ketchup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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