No food coloring |No additives | Naturally sweet
🕒 Total Time: ~10–20 minutes
- Prep Time: 5–10 minutes
(Soaking dates if using, measuring ingredients) - Blend & Mix Time: 2–5 minutes
- Optional Simmer Time: 5 minutes (for slightly deeper flavor — not required)
- Chill Time (Optional but Recommended): 2–4 hours
🥣 Ingredients:
- 1 can (6 oz / 170g) tomato paste (organic if possible)
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar (raw, unfiltered)
- 1/4 cup water
- 3–4 Medjool dates, pitted and softened (or 2 tbsp honey/maple syrup if preferred)
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp ground allspice( optional, for depth)
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves or cinnamon (optional)
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- Pinch of black pepper
👩🍳 Instructions:
- Soften the dates:
Soak the pitted dates in warm water for 10–15 minutes. Drain. - Blend it smooth:
In a blender or food processor, combine the soaked dates and water. Blend until smooth. - Add everything else:
Add tomato paste, vinegar, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and any optional spices. Blend again until silky smooth. - Optional simmering (for deeper flavor):
Pour the ketchup into a small saucepan and simmer over low heat for 5–10 minutes, stirring occasionally. - Cool and store:
Let cool, then store in a clean glass jar or squeeze bottle.
Keep in the fridge for up to 2–3 weeks.
💡 Suggestions & Customization:
- Smoky twist: Add 1/4 tsp smoked paprika.
- Tangier ketchup: Add a splash of lemon juice or increase vinegar slightly.
- Spicier version: Add a pinch of cayenne or chili powder.
- Smoother texture: Strain after blending or use a high-speed blender.
Optional:
- For a smoother texture, you can blend it using a hand blender or small food processor.
- Add a touch of smoked paprika for a subtle smoky note.
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