Homemade Ketchup: No Preservatives & Rich Flavor

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This Homemade Ketchup Will Make You Forget Store-Bought Forever

Once you try this homemade ketchup without preservatives, thereโ€™s no going back. Itโ€™s rich, naturally sweet, slightly tangy, and full of real tomato flavorโ€”nothing like the processed versions.

Made with fresh tomatoes, sweet red peppers, and simple pantry ingredients, this ketchup develops a deep, balanced taste and velvety texture after slow cooking.

Perfect for burgers, fries, sandwiches, or everyday meals, this is one of those recipes that upgrades everything it touches.

Homemade Ketchup: No Preservatives & Rich Flavor
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Homemade Ketchup: No Preservatives & Rich Flavor

Recipe by George Zolis
5.0 from 1 vote
Course: SauceCuisine: GreekDifficulty: Easy
Servings

40

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

1

hour 
Calories

35

kcal
Total time

1

hour 

10

minutes

This homemade ketchup without preservatives is rich, smooth, and full of natural tomato flavor. Easy to make and perfect for everyday use.

Ingredients

  • 2 kg 4.5 lb Ripe Tomatoes

  • 2 tsp 2 tsp Salt

  • 500 g 1.1 lb Sweet Red Peppers

  • 50 g 3.5 tbsp Olive Oil

  • 40 g 1/4 cup Sweet Paprika

  • 2 2 Onions

  • Salt and Pepper, to taste

  • 100 g 1/2 cup Brown sugar

  • 100 g 1/3 cup Apple Cider Vinegar

  • Vegetable oil, for sealing jars

How to make homemade Ketchup

  • Wash and remove the stems from the tomatoes.
  • Cut them into small pieces and place in a pot.
  • Place the pot over heat, add salt, and mix.
  • Cut the peppers into pieces and add them to the pot.
  • Cook on high heat for about 15 minutes until the tomatoes release their juices.
  • Remove from heat and blend using an immersion blender.
  • Strain the sauce through a sieve and return it to the pot.
  • Bring back to a boil.
  • Finely blend the onions and add them to the pot.
  • Add paprika, sugar, apple cider vinegar, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Mix well.
  • Simmer for about 45 minutes until thickened to your desired consistency.
  • Transfer to sterilized jars.
  • Add a small amount of vegetable oil on top and seal with lids.
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This Is the Healthiest Ketchup You Can Make at Home

Most store-bought ketchup is loaded with:

  • preservatives
  • refined sugars
  • artificial flavors

This homemade version is different.

You control everything-fresh tomatoes, natural sweetness, and balanced acidity-resulting in a ketchup that is both healthier and more flavorful.

The Secret to That Deep, Rich Flavor

What makes this ketchup stand out is the combination of:

  • ripe tomatoes
  • roasted sweetness from peppers
  • slow cooking

As it simmers, the flavors concentrate, creating a sauce that is:

  • thick
  • smooth
  • intensely flavorful

The paprika adds warmth, while the vinegar balances the sweetness perfectly.

How to Get the Perfect Texture

The key step is straining the sauce.

This removes:

  • skins
  • seeds
  • fibers

giving you that silky, professional texture similar to store-bought ketchupโ€”but much better in taste.

If you want it thicker, simply cook it longer.

How to Store Homemade Ketchup

To keep your ketchup fresh:

  • use sterilized jars
  • add a thin layer of oil on top
  • store in a cool, dark place

Once opened, keep it in the fridge.

Where to Use This Ketchup

This ketchup is perfect for:

  • burgers and sandwiches
  • fries and snacks
  • grilled meats
  • kidsโ€™ meals

Itโ€™s versatile, natural, and incredibly delicious.

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