Ingredients for Spicy Tomato Juice Cocktail
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How to Make Spicy Tomato Juice Cocktail
- Wash and roughly chop 2 lbs of ripe tomatoes.
- In a large saucepan, combine the chopped tomatoes, 1 medium onion (chopped), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 jalapeño pepper (seeded and minced – adjust to your spice preference), 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, ½ tsp black pepper, ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional), and 1 cup of vegetable broth.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes have softened.
- Carefully transfer the mixture to a blender (or use an immersion blender) and blend until smooth.
- Strain the blended mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any seeds or skins (optional, but recommended for a smoother cocktail).
- Return the strained mixture to the saucepan and bring to a gentle simmer for another 15 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. You might want to add more salt, pepper, or cayenne pepper to your liking.
- Sterilize 6 pint-sized canning jars. Fill the jars with the hot tomato juice, leaving ½ inch headspace.
- Process in a boiling water bath for 30 minutes. Ensure jars are completely submerged in boiling water.
- Remove jars from the water bath and let cool completely. You should hear a 'pop' sound as the jars seal. Store in a cool, dark place.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
22 g
Sugar
29g
Fat
0g
Carbs
3g
