Heirloom Tomato Ketchup Recipe

Name: Heirloom Tomato Ketchup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 1/2 teaspoon yellow mustard seeds; 1/2 teaspoon celery seeds; 1/4 teaspoon whole allspice; 1/4 teaspoon black peppercorns; 3 pounds heirloom tomatoes, cut into chunks (about 4 1/2 cups); 2 cups chopped onion (1 medium); 1 cup chopped red bell pepper (1 small); 1/3 cup cider vinegar; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

2 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 teaspoon yellow mustard seeds
1/2 teaspoon celery seeds
1/4 teaspoon whole allspice
1/4 teaspoon black peppercorns
3 pounds heirloom tomatoes, cut into chunks (about 4 1/2 cups)
2 cups chopped onion (1 medium)
1 cup chopped red bell pepper (1 small)
1/3 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt

1
Prepare garlic; let stand 10 minutes.
2
Place mustard seeds, celery seeds, allspice, and peppercorns on a double layer of cheesecloth. Gather edges of cheesecloth together; tie securely.
3
Combine cheesecloth bag, garlic, tomatoes, and next 3 ingredients (through vinegar) in a large Dutch oven; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes. Remove cheesecloth bag, and set aside.
4
Place half of tomato mixture in a blender. Remove center piece of blender lid (to allow steam to escape); secure blender lid on blender. Place a clean towel over opening in blender lid (to avoid splatters). Blend until smooth. Strain smooth mixture through a fine mesh sieve back into pan; discard solids. Repeat procedure with remaining cooked tomato mixture. Add cheesecloth bag, sugar, and salt to pan, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer, uncovered, until reduced to 1 cup (about 45 minutes).

221

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Protein

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* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 garlic cloves, chopped, 1/2 teaspoon yellow mustard seeds, 1/2 teaspoon celery seeds, 1/4 teaspoon whole allspice, and more.

Yes, Heirloom Tomato Ketchup falls under the General 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.

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Heirloom Tomato Ketchup

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Variations & substitutions

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