Tomato Apple Catchup

This homemade Tomato Apple Catchup is a sophisticated twist on the classic ketchup, offering a complex balance of sweet, tart, and savory flavors. The combination of ripe tomatoes and tart apples creates a vibrant base, while aromatics like onions and garlic add depth. Infused with warm spices such as cinnamon, cloves, and allspice, this sauce has a luxurious texture and a vibrant red hue. It is perfect for drizzling over roasted vegetables, pairing with grilled meats, or adding a gourmet touch to burgers and fries. The natural sweetness of the apples reduces the need for excessive sugar, making it a healthier alternative to store-bought versions. Ideal for preserving in jars, this catchup keeps well and makes a thoughtful gift or pantry staple for everyday cooking.

Cooking Method: Stewing

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 2

Calories: 306.4

Dietary: Vegan

Description

This homemade Tomato Apple Catchup is a sophisticated twist on the classic ketchup, offering a complex balance of sweet, tart, and savory flavors. The combination of ripe tomatoes and tart apples creates a vibrant base, while aromatics like onions and garlic add depth. Infused with warm spices such as cinnamon, cloves, and allspice, this sauce has a luxurious texture and a vibrant red hue. It is perfect for drizzling over roasted vegetables, pairing with grilled meats, or adding a gourmet touch to burgers and fries. The natural sweetness of the apples reduces the need for excessive sugar, making it a healthier alternative to store-bought versions. Ideal for preserving in jars, this catchup keeps well and makes a thoughtful gift or pantry staple for everyday cooking.

Ingredients

Ripe Tomatoes, cored and
Sour Apples, cored and quartered
Medium Onions, peeled and sliced
Garlic Cloves, peeled
Cold Water
Salt
Pepper
Granulated Sugar
Celery Seed
Mustard Seed
Whole Allspice
Whole Cloves
Cinnamon
White Vinegar

Directions

1
Combine the cored tomatoes and quartered apples in a large pot, cover, and simmer until soft.
2
Press the softened tomato and apple mixture through a coarse sieve to remove skins and seeds.
3
In a separate pot, combine the sliced onions, peeled garlic cloves, and 2 cups of cold water.
4
Cover the onion mixture and cook for 20 minutes until tender.
5
Strain the onion and garlic mixture through a coarse sieve, discarding the solids, and add the liquid to the tomato pulp in a large pickling kettle.
6
Add the salt, pepper, and sugar to the kettle and stir to combine.
7
Place the celery seed, mustard seed, allspice, cloves, and cinnamon stick into a cheesecloth bag, tie securely, and add to the mixture.
8
Simmer the mixture uncovered for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
9
Add the white vinegar and continue to cook uncovered, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens, about 2 hours.
10
Remove the spice bag from the kettle.
11
Pour the hot catchup immediately into clean, hot preserve jars and seal according to the manufacturer's directions.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2 cups

Amount Per Serving
Calories 306.4kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.4g6%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 85.1mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 66.4g23%
Dietary Fiber 20.4g82%
Sugars 44.3g
Protein 15.3g31%

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

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