Antipasta Sauce Canning Recipe

Elevate your appetizer game with this vibrant Antipasto Sauce, perfect for canning and serving with crusty bread or wheat thins. This recipe delivers a burst of Mediterranean flavor with artichoke hearts, ripe olives, and succulent shrimp. Easily customizable with jalapenos for an extra kick! Make a big batch for parties or enjoy it throughout the year.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 145 mins
Calories 581 kcal
Protein 24g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
Antipasta Sauce Canning

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Antipasta Sauce Canning

  • Green Beans
  • Pickling Onions
  • Purple Onion
  • Green Peppers
  • Red Peppers
  • Cauliflower
  • Cucumbers
  • Black Olives
  • Mushrooms
  • Green Olives
  • 1 pound cooked shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar

How to Make Antipasta Sauce Canning

  1. Finely chop 1 cup artichoke hearts, 1/2 cup red onion, 1/2 cup green bell pepper, 1/4 cup celery, 2 cloves garlic, and 1/4 cup fresh parsley. (Alternatively, use a food processor for faster prep).
  2. In a large pot, combine the chopped vegetables with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 cup ketchup, 1/4 cup red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Stir well.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add 1 pound cooked shrimp (peeled and deveined) and 1/2 cup green olives (pitted).
  5. Bring the sauce back to a boil, then carefully ladle into hot, sterilized canning jars, leaving 1/2 inch headspace.
  6. Process the filled jars in a boiling water bath for 15 minutes.
  7. Remove jars and let cool completely. Check for seals before storing. Enjoy!
  8. Optional: Add 1-2 finely chopped jalapeño peppers for extra heat.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

101 g

Sugar

186g

Fat

26g

Carbs

21g