Picante Catsup

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Servings: 1 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A zesty, homemade tomato sauce with a kick of serrano or jalape&# 195;±o peppers
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Picante Catsup

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1 Calories: 56.0

Description

This vibrant Picante Catsup transforms simple garden tomatoes into a bold, spicy condiment perfect for elevating everyday meals. Infused with the bright heat of serrano or jalapeño chiles, it offers a complex flavor profile balanced by the tang of cider vinegar and the warmth of cinnamon and dry mustard. The texture is smooth and rich, achieved through a long, slow simmer that concentrates the natural sweetness of the tomatoes. Ideal for topping meatloaf, burgers, or sandwiches, this vegan-friendly sauce adds a homemade touch to any meal. It stores beautifully in the freezer, making it an excellent way to preserve fresh tomato harvests for year-round enjoyment.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Prepare the chiles by removing seeds and chopping finely.
  2. Chop 1 bell pepper, 8 lbs peeled and seeded tomatoes, 2 stalks celery, and 1 large onion.
  3. Cook the chopped tomatoes in a large pot for 15 minutes.
  4. Drain off the excess liquid from the cooked tomatoes.
  5. Add the celery, onion, bell pepper, and chopped chiles to the pot.
  6. Simmer the mixture for 1 1/2 hours, or until reduced by half.
  7. Stir in 1 cup brown sugar, 1 1/2 cups cider vinegar, 3 tsp ground cinnamon, 3 tsp dry mustard, and 1-2 tsp salt.
  8. Continue simmering for an additional hour.
  9. Remove from heat and puree until smooth.
  10. Pack into freezer containers, leaving 1/2 inch head space, and freeze.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 56.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.8g2%
Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 6.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 12.0g4%
Dietary Fiber 4.0g16%
Sugars 9.4g
Protein 2.0g4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

This catsup freezes well, making it a great way to use all those fresh tomatoes.

Use this piquant version in place of regular catsup to spice up sandwiches, meatloaf, or hamburgers.

Keywords: catsup, chiles, international, jalapeno, picante, sauce, simmering, vegan, homemade, tomato, spicy, condiment, preserved, serrano, burger, meatloaf, freezer, cider vinegar, spicy sauce, chili sauce
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