Chunky Ketchup

Chunky Ketchup

The Perfect Homemade Ketchup

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 15m
Cook Time: 1h 50m
Total Time: 2h 5m
Servings: 3½ cups
Difficulty: Easy
4.9 (17 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

40
calories
0g
fat
10g
carbohydrate
0g
protein
0mg
cholesterol
258mg
sodium
Chunky Ketchup

Recipe Description

In just 3 simple steps, you can have your own Chunky Ketchup. This recipe is the answer to never running out of ketchup. Every house in the United States loves ketchup, that’s a guarantee, and so why not make your favorite sauce for yourself, and let it never run out!

Almost like a salsa with roughly chopped, chunky tomatoes, onions and green peppers that are simple and flavorsome. The perfect ketchup that will go so well inside a hamburger or giant hot dog!

To make Chunky Ketchup, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Chunky Ketchup

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Steps to make

  1. 1

    Combine ingredients

    3 min
    Step 1 - Chunky KetchupStep 1 - Chunky Ketchup

    In a large saucepan, mix the tomatoes, onions, green pepper, sugar, tomato paste and salt to combine.

  2. 2

    Boil tomato mix

    1½ h
    Step 2 - Chunky Ketchup

    Bring the tomato mix to a boil then reduce the heat to a simmer, uncovered, for about 1½ hours until slightly thickened.

  3. 3

    Add vinegar

    1 min
    Step 3 - Chunky Ketchup

    Add the vinegar and stir through.

  4. 4

    Cool

    30 min
    Step 4 - Chunky Ketchup

    Cool to room temperature before serving.

  5. 5

    Store

    Step 5 - Chunky Ketchup

    Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Homemade, salsa-like Chunky Ketchup that needs to be added to your fridges and pantries, soon! No mess and no hassle, so why not? Let us know which condiments are your favorite and tag #cookmerecipes in your own homemade recipes and experiments.

About the author

Lilly Mathuse

Lilly is an enthusiastic and cheerful young mom. She knows as well as any parent that children can be really picky when it comes to food. And she’s had plenty of experience trying to cook meals that are both tasty and nutritious, and able to satisfy the tastes of a fussy kid right away! To save you some precious time, Lilly's going to share with you all the tricks she learned the hard way, so you don’t have to! She has a wealth of recipes for quick and easy meals for kids and families on a budget.

Recipe Reviews

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4.9 out of 5 (17 reviews)
Diane
August 17, 2024
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I tried this chunky ketchup recipe for my family BBQ last weekend and it was a hit. Super easy to make and so much better than store-bought. I love the fresh taste with all those chunks of tomatoes and peppers. Plus, it's nice knowing exactly what's in it. Definitely making it again!

Hannah
June 24, 2024
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Best ketchup ever, tastes like summer BBQ.

Wendy
June 16, 2024
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Superb recipe, made it for BBQ last weekend, everyone loved it.

Valentina
May 17, 2024
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Súper fácil, delicioso!

Fiona
May 5, 2024
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I tried the Chunky Ketchup recipe and it turned out simply great. It was so easy to make and tasted wonderful on burgers. My kids loved helping with the chopping, turning it into a fun family activity. I'm thankful to have this recipe!

Samantha
March 25, 2024
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Super easy ketchup. My kids loved helping chop the veggies. We had a backyard BBQ, and everyone was impressed with the flavor. It tasted like summer on a bun.

Bradley
October 12, 2023
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Amazing! Made this chunky ketchup with my kids last weekend and they had so much fun chopping the veggies. It was a hit on burgers, and now we never run out of ketchup. Can't believe how simple it was to make! Definately doing this again!

Yasmine Smith
October 10, 2023
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OMG, this Chunky Ketchup is a game-changer! Made it for a BBQ last weekend and everyone was fighting over it. So easy to whip up, plus it tastes way better than store-bought. Def my new go-to!

Tommy
September 6, 2023
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Yo, this Chunky Ketchup is the bomb! Made it last weekend for a BBQ with the fam, and it was a huge hit! So simple, it's a game changer for sure!

Brad
June 1, 2023
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So good, bro! Made this ketchup for our BBQ, and it was a hit! Everyone loved the chunky texture. Might never buy store stuff again! 🍅🔥

Katy
January 23, 2023
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This ketchup is amazin! So easy and delish, made my BBQ pop.

Olivia Thompson
November 19, 2022
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Superb homemade ketchup!

Gregory Smith
April 21, 2022
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Superb ketchup recipe! Made it for a BBQ and everyone loved it. Easy to follow and the flavors are just amazing! Finally, I can have ketchup anytime I want!

Diana
July 17, 2020
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This Chunky Ketchup is like a flavor explosion! I made it for a barbecue, and everyone loved it. It reminded me of summers with my grandma making ketchup from scratch.

Bella
January 16, 2020
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Amazing!

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