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Sauce Cooking Time : Approximately 1 hour 25 minutes Recipe Servings : Serves 12–16 portions Recipe Dificult : easy 0.00

Homemade Ketchup Sauce Recipe | Classic Tomato Condiment for Everyday Meals

Ketchup is one of the world's most popular condiments, loved for its perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. This homemade ketchup sauce is made with ripe tomatoes, vinegar, sugar, and a blend of aromatic spices, creating a fresher and more flavorful alternative to store-bought versions.

Smooth, rich, and incredibly versatile, homemade ketchup pairs perfectly with burgers, fries, sandwiches, grilled meats, and snacks. Making ketchup at home also allows you to control the sweetness, salt, and spice levels while avoiding unnecessary preservatives.

With simple pantry ingredients and an easy cooking process, this recipe delivers a delicious condiment that's suitable for everyday use.

Cooking Method

Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
Sauté the onion until soft, then add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
Add the chopped tomatoes and tomato paste.
Stir in the brown sugar, vinegar, salt, black pepper, paprika, cinnamon, and cloves.
Simmer for 35–40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break down completely.
Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly.
Blend until smooth using a blender or immersion blender.
Strain through a fine sieve for an extra-smooth texture, if desired.
Return the sauce to the pan and simmer for another 10–15 minutes until it reaches your preferred consistency.
Cool completely before transferring to a sterilized bottle or airtight container.
Refrigerate and use as needed.