Tomato Ketchup Recipe

Name: Tomato Ketchup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Onion slices from 2 large onions, 2/3-inch thick; 1 teaspoon coriander seeds; 1 teaspoon cumin seeds; 1 teaspoon mustard seeds; 1 cup red wine vinegar; 1/3 cup, plus 1 tablespoon (1/4 pound) packed brown sugar; 1 head garlic, cloves peeled; 1/4 cup capers with their brine; 1/4 cup hot sauce; 3/4 teaspoon paprika; 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 3/4 teaspoon ground allspice; 3/4 teaspoon ground ginger; 3/4 teaspoon ground oregano; 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 4 teaspoons ground cardamom; Salt to taste; Three 28-ounce cans whole tomatoes; Two 12-ounce cans tomato paste

Servings: persons

Onion slices from 2 large onions, 2/3-inch thick
1 teaspoon coriander seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 cup red wine vinegar
1/3 cup, plus 1 tablespoon (1/4 pound) packed brown sugar
1 head garlic, cloves peeled
1/4 cup capers with their brine
1/4 cup hot sauce
3/4 teaspoon paprika
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon ground allspice
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 teaspoon ground oregano
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 teaspoons ground cardamom
Salt to taste
Three 28-ounce cans whole tomatoes
Two 12-ounce cans tomato paste

1
Place onion slices on grill.
2
Grill until the slices are blackened on both sides -- about 15 minutes per side.
3
In small black skillet toast the coriander seeds, cumin seeds, and mustard seeds about 5 minutes, and then grind them in a mortar and pestle or a spice grinder.
4
In saucepan combine the blackened onions, the toasted spices, red wine vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, capers, and hot sauce.
5
Add the paprika, cinnamon, allspice, ginger, oregano, black pepper, cardamom, and salt to taste.
6
Then add the whole tomatoes and tomato paste.
7
Simmer this mixture for 3 hours, stirring every 15 minutes to break up the tomatoes and to prevent sticking.
8
Puree some of the mixture in a blender and return to the pot.
9
If the pureed ketchup seems too thin, continue cooking it until it's reduced to a consistency you like.

392

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat 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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Onion slices from 2 large onions, 2/3-inch thick, 1 teaspoon coriander seeds, 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, 1 teaspoon mustard seeds, and more.

Yes, 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tomato Ketchup

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