Chipotle Ketchup

Smoky, spicy, and irresistibly bold, this homemade chipotle ketchup takes your condiment game to the next level. Made with rich tomato paste, zesty apple cider vinegar, and the deep, complex heat of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, this recipe is as easy to make as it is delicious. Sweetened with a touch of brown sugar and honey and enhanced with smoked paprika, garlic, and onion powder, it’s a perfectly balanced blend of sweet, smoky, and tangy flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile sauce is ideal for burgers, fries, grilled meats, or even as a dip with your favorite snacks. Plus, it’s easy to customize the spice and sweetness to suit your taste. This chipotle ketchup recipe is a must-try for anyone looking to elevate their homemade condiments with a gourmet touch.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 6 ounces Tomato paste
• 2 peppers Canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Place the tomato paste, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, and water into a medium-sized saucepan.

Step 2

Add the apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, honey, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt to the saucepan.

Step 3

Use a blender or immersion blender to puree the mixture until smooth. Alternatively, chop the chipotle peppers finely before adding and mix thoroughly.

Step 4

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Simmer for 8–10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the ketchup to thicken slightly.

Step 6

Taste and adjust the sweetness, saltiness, or spice level as needed. Add a small amount of water if the consistency is too thick.

Step 7

Remove from heat and let the ketchup cool completely.

Step 8

Transfer the cooled chipotle ketchup to a clean, airtight container or jar and refrigerate. It can be stored for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(408.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	364.0

Total Fat 2.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1556.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 85.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.5g	0%
Total Sugars 65.6g
Protein 9.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 123.9mg	0%
Iron 6.4mg	0%
Potassium 2000.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 5.1%

Protein: 9.5%

Carbs: 85.3%