The Best 5-Minute Sugar-Free Ketchup
Have you ever checked the label on your favorite ketchup? It’s often packed with hidden sugars and high-fructose corn syrup. But what if I told you that you could whip up a delicious, rich, and tangy ketchup in just 5 minutes using clean, simple pantry staples? This recipe is a game-changer. It’s so incredibly easy, and I have a feeling that once you taste the fresh, vibrant flavor of homemade ketchup, you’ll never go back to the bottled stuff. Plus, I’ve got a secret for turning this into the most amazing smoky barbecue sauce with just one extra ingredient from my site, peaceloveandlowcarb.com!
Ingredients
• MAKES: 2 cups (2 tablespoons per serving) · PREP TIME: 5 minutes
• 1 6-ounce can / 170g tomato paste
• ¾ cup / 180ml water
• ¼ cup / 60ml white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon granular erythritol
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar erythritol
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
• ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
1. Directions1. In a medium mixing bowl, add the tomato paste, water, white vinegar, sweeteners, salt, and all spices.2. Whisk vigorously until the mixture is completely smooth and all are fully incorporated.3. Transfer the ketchup to an airtight container, such as a mason jar or squeeze bottle, and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
Nutritional Information
• Nutrition InformationPer 2 tablespoon serving:CALORIES: 10FAT: 0gPROTEIN: 0.3gTOTAL CARBS: 2.4gFIBER: 0.3gNET CARBS: 2.1gERYTHRITOL: 1g
Pro Tips
• For a less intense molasses flavor, feel free to omit the brown sugar erythritol.
• If the ketchup is too thick after refrigerating, let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes or thin it out by whisking in a teaspoon of water at a time.
• Create an incredible smoky barbecue sauce by mixing this ketchup with my Dry Rub Barbecue Seasoning.
• For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of your favorite hot sauce to the mix.
FAQ
Q: How long does this homemade sugar-free ketchup last
A: You can store this ketchup in an airtight container, like a mason jar or squeeze bottle, in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
Q: What makes this ketchup recipe sugar-free
A: This recipe uses sugar substitutes, specifically granular erythritol and brown sugar erythritol, instead of traditional sugar or high-fructose corn syrup.
Q: Can I make this ketchup spicy
A: Yes, for a spicier kick, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of your favorite hot sauce to the mixture.
Q: What should I do if my ketchup is too thick
A: If the ketchup is too thick after refrigerating, you can let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes or thin it out by whisking in a teaspoon of water at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.
