Description
This Keto Ketchup recipe offers a sweet, tangy, and guilt-free alternative to traditional ketchup. Made with tomato paste, keto-friendly sweeteners, and a blend of spices, it’s perfect for those following a low-carb or ketogenic diet. The recipe simmers the ingredients to develop deep flavors and a thick, spreadable consistency without using any added sugars.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 6 ounces Tomato Paste
- 1 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Brown Keto Sweetener (such as powdered erythritol)
- 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- Pinch of Ground Cloves (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, mix together the water, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, brown keto sweetener, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and a pinch of ground cloves until thoroughly combined.
- Whisk It Good: Whisk the mixture thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well blended and smooth.
- Bring to a Boil: Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Simmer Away: Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes to blend the flavors and thicken the ketchup.
- Check Consistency: If the ketchup is too thin, continue cooking uncovered for an additional 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens to your desired consistency.
- Season to Taste: Taste the ketchup and adjust the seasoning if needed by adding more salt or spices as preferred.
- Cool and Store: Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the ketchup to cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container for storage.
Notes
- Use powdered erythritol as the brown keto sweetener for the smoothest texture and best sweetness.
- Adjust water quantity to achieve preferred ketchup thickness.
- Pinch of ground cloves adds warm, subtle sweetness but can be omitted if undesired.
- Store homemade ketchup in the refrigerator and use within 2 weeks.
- The recipe yields about 8 servings, perfect for multiple uses.
- If thicker ketchup is desired, simmer uncovered longer to reduce the liquid.
