My Ground Cherry Ketchup
Discover the bold and tangy twist on a classic condiment with "My Ground Cherry Ketchup," a homemade recipe that transforms sweet and zesty ground cherries into a richly spiced spread. Featuring a delightful blend of apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and warm spices like cinnamon, allspice, and cloves, this ketchup offers a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. Sautéed onions and garlic add depth, while tomato paste ties it all together for a luscious texture. Simple to make with just 10 minutes of prep and a short simmering time, this unique ketchup pairs beautifully with burgers, fries, or roasted vegetables. Impress your guests with this artisanal condiment—it’s a must-try for anyone looking to elevate their everyday meals with a gourmet touch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups ground cherries (husk removed)
- 1 small chopped onion
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar
- 0.33 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground allspice
- 0.125 teaspoon ground cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup water
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil (e.g., vegetable or canola oil)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the neutral oil and sauté the chopped onion for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the ground cherries, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, tomato paste, ground cinnamon, ground allspice, ground cloves, salt, and water.
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Once the mixture has thickened and the ground cherries have softened and broken down, remove the saucepan from the heat.
Use an immersion blender to puree the mixture until it is smooth. Alternatively, transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor and blend, taking care to vent the lid to release steam and avoid spills.
Taste the ketchup and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt, brown sugar, or spices to your preference.
Transfer the ketchup to a clean, airtight jar or container. Let it cool completely before refrigerating.
Store the ground cherry ketchup in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Serve as a condiment for burgers, fries, or anything that pairs well with traditional ketchup!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
651 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.3 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.4 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1252 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 119.9 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.9 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 92.5 g | ||
| Protein | 11.9 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 137 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 1990 mg | 42% | |
*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.
