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Banana Ketchup Recipe

Forget store-bought ketchup! This homemade banana ketchup recipe delivers a unique, sweet, and savory flavor explosion that will transform your favorite dishes. It's surprisingly easy to make and perfect for adding a unique twist to burgers, fries, or even eggs! You won't believe how delicious this homemade condiment is—a far cry from those mass-produced bottles.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 140 mins
Calories 32.1 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 3.3 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Banana Ketchup

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How to Make Banana Ketchup

  1. Combine 1 cup raisins, 1 medium onion (chopped), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1/2 cup tomato paste, and 1/3 cup white vinegar in a food processor.
  2. Process until completely smooth. Transfer the mixture to a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan.
  3. Add 2 ripe bananas (roughly chopped) and another 1/3 cup white vinegar to the food processor.
  4. Process until smooth. Add the banana mixture to the saucepan.
  5. Stir in the remaining 2/3 cup white vinegar, 3 cups water, 1 cup packed light brown sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more, to taste).
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently.
  7. Reduce heat to low, and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 1 hour. If the ketchup sticks to the bottom, add up to 1 cup more water, a little at a time.
  8. Add 1/4 cup light corn syrup, 1 teaspoon ground allspice, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves.
  9. Continue to cook over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, for 15 minutes, or until thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon.
  10. Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons dark rum (optional).
  11. Let cool slightly.
  12. Force the ketchup through a fine-mesh sieve, pressing on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible.
  13. Let the ketchup cool completely to room temperature.
  14. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

0g

Carbs

2g

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