The Canned Pantry Staple That Serves As A Ketchup Substitute For Fries - Tasting Table

"The best part of this thrifty hack is that you can adjust the flavor with assorted spices like smoked paprika and garden herbs like rosemary. Making ketchup at home means you can adjust the texture to your preference. While you can place all ingredients into a pot and cook them together to the desired thickness, you can also quickly mix the ingredients in a dish to form a smooth paste and plate quickly without having to turn on the stovetop."

"use white distilled or apple cider vinegar for a slight bite, and include a sweetener of your choosing - brown sugar, agave, or maple syrup - to round out the combination of ingredients, and you'll have a ketchup swap that will absolutely do your fries justice. Garlic and onion powders, celery salt, and dried chives or basil can pack more levels of flavor into your homemade creations and may inspire you to start doctoring up other pre-made condiments you purchase from the store."

Tomato paste can serve as the base for a homemade ketchup substitute that lets cooks control flavor. Spices such as smoked paprika and herbs like rosemary enhance depth, while garlic and onion powders, celery salt, and dried chives or basil add savory layers. White distilled or apple cider vinegar provides bite; sweeteners like brown sugar, agave, or maple syrup add balance. Hot sauce or cayenne adds heat, and warming spices such as cinnamon or allspice can be used for complexity. Ingredients can be cooked together to thicken or simply mixed into a smooth paste. Adjust ratios gradually and taste as you go. Stored airtight, the ketchup can last up to one month.

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