Ketchup Easy Quick Recipe

Craving homemade ketchup in a flash? This ridiculously easy recipe uses just a few pantry staples and takes only 25 minutes! Perfect for beginners or busy weeknights, it's a customizable base recipe you can build upon with your favorite additions. Get ready to enjoy the freshest, tastiest ketchup you've ever made!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 27.6 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ketchup Easy Quick 50

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Ingredients for Ketchup Easy Quick

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How to Make Ketchup Easy Quick

  1. Combine tomato paste, vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
  3. Reduce heat to low and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the ketchup has thickened to your desired consistency.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more sugar for sweetness, vinegar for tang, or salt for savoriness.
  6. Blend the ketchup using an immersion blender for a smoother consistency (optional).
  7. Transfer to a sterilized jar or container and store in the refrigerator. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

0g

Carbs

1g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Ketchup Easy Quick?

Ketchup Easy Quick takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Ketchup Easy Quick?

Ketchup Easy Quick has approximately 27.6 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Ketchup Easy Quick?

The key ingredients for Ketchup Easy Quick are Tomato Puree, Sugar, Water, Vinegar, Salt, Onion Powder. See the full list with measurements above.

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