This is a super easy 5-minute homemade ketchup substitute when you are in a pinch and need to make a meatloaf or another dish that calls for ketchup. It doesn't use any sugar, preservatives, or other unwelcome ingredients and makes for a healthier alternative to ketchup!
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Ingredients
- 250 grams tomato paste
- ½ tbsp honey
- 1 ½ tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp dried parsley
- a pinch of ground cloves
- salt to taste
Step by Step Instructions
STEP 1 - mix all the ingredients
In a medium-sized bowl mix all your ingredients, taste, and adjust sugar/salt levels to taste.
STEP 2 - strain and enjoy!
You can strain your ketchup to get a glossier look or just enjoy it as is! Store your healthy substitute for ketchup in a glass just in the fridge for up to 1 month.
Expert Tips
- if you want your ketchup less thick then just add some water to get the desired consistency
- adjust the ketchup flavor by adding more sugar to it
- add some BBQ sauce for an extra flavor
- you can make fermented ketchup by adding a few tablespoons of brine from fermented veggies like pickles or sour kraut!
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📖 Recipe
The Best Healthy Substitute for Ketchup
Equipment
- 1 small mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 glass jar
Ingredients
- 250 grams (1 cup) tomato paste (can use tomato puree)
- ½ tablespoon honey (adjustable to taste)
- 1½ tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- ½ teaspoon paprika (smoked or not smoked)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 pinch of ground cloves
- salt to taste
Instructions
- In a medium size bowl mix all your ingredients, taste and adjust sugar/salt levels to taste.
- You can strain your ketchup to get a glossier look or just enjoy it as is! Store your healthy substitute for ketchup in a glass just in the fridge for up to 1 month.
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