Easy Homemade Ketchup - sugar free and low-carb options
This Easy Homemade Ketchup blends tomato paste with apple cider vinegar, seasonings like garlic and onion powder, and a choice of sweeteners for a low-carb, sugar-free condiment alternative. Optional ingredients like molasses and cayenne add depth and subtle heat. The mixture is stirred together and refrigerated, resulting in a tangy, slightly sweet sauce suitable for those monitoring sugar intake or seeking a homemade sauce with controlled ingredients.
Ingredients
- 7 ounces tomato paste (approximately 3/4 cup)
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon low-carb sweetener or to taste - use 1/2 tablespoon honey for paleo
- 1 drop stevia (1/64 teaspoon - 1/2 scoop; or to taste; see stevia usage info here)
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon granulated garlic (if using powder, use 3/8 teaspoon)
- 3/4 teaspoon onion powder if using powder, use 3/8 teaspoon
- 3/16 teaspoon allspice
- 1/2 tablespoon molasses (optional. I typically use blackstrap)
- 1/16 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2/3 cup water
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a bowl.
- Stir to blend completely.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
- Keep ketchup refrigerated and consume within two weeks for best quality; freezing extends storage up to six months.
- Sweetener type can be substituted to suit dietary needs, including honey, yacon syrup, or monk fruit extract.
- Use exact measuring tools when adding small amounts of stevia to avoid bitterness or over-sweetening.
- Blend thoroughly to ensure spices and sweeteners mix evenly for consistent flavor.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 24 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 9
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1tablespoon | |
| Calories | 9kcal | 0% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 139mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 93mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 128IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 5mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
| Net Carbohydrates | 1g |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.