Lazy Day Tomato Ketchup

Whip up a jar of flavorful, homemade "Lazy Day Tomato Ketchup" in no time—perfect for when you crave fresh, preservative-free condiments without the hassle! This simple recipe comes together in just 25 minutes using pantry staples like canned crushed tomatoes, apple cider vinegar, and warm spices such as smoked paprika and a hint of cinnamon for a subtle depth of flavor. With minimal prep and a quick simmer, this ketchup delivers a perfectly balanced blend of sweet, tangy, and savory notes. It's easily customizable and can be blended to a silky-smooth texture for dipping fries, topping burgers, or enhancing your favorite dishes. Store it in the fridge and enjoy fresh, homemade ketchup for up to two weeks!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 400 grams Canned crushed tomatoes
• 60 ml Apple cider vinegar
• 50 grams Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 120 ml Water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the canned crushed tomatoes, apple cider vinegar, and water.

Step 2

Stir in the brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, ground cinnamon, salt, and ground black pepper.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and let it gently simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the ketchup has thickened to your desired consistency.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from heat and let the ketchup cool slightly.

Step 6

For a smoother texture, use an immersion blender or traditional blender to puree the ketchup until silky. Be cautious if blending while warm.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding a pinch more salt, sugar, or vinegar to balance the flavors.

Step 8

Transfer the ketchup to a clean jar or airtight container and let it cool completely to room temperature before refrigerating.

Step 9

Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks and enjoy with your favorite dishes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(643.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	327.7

Total Fat 1.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1705.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 78.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.2g	0%
Total Sugars 65.6g
Protein 6.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 178.7mg	0%
Iron 4.5mg	0%
Potassium 1528.4mg	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: 2.8%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 90.3%