Caribbean Ketchup
Cook Time: 2 hours
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours and 10 minutes
Yield: 7-8 cups
Description: This Caribbean-inspired ketchup is a delightful accompaniment to pork, chicken, and burgers, whether you’re grilling outdoors or serving up a feast at the table. Keep in mind that this recipe yields 7 to 8 cups, so adjust the jar size according to your preference.
Recipe Category: Fruit
Keywords: Caribbean, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Weeknight, Canning, Less Than 4 Hours
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Golden raisins | 1 cup |
| Onion | 1 |
| Garlic | 4 cloves |
| Tomato paste | 2/3 cup |
| Bananas | 8 |
| White vinegar | 2 2/3 cups |
| Water | 4 cups |
| Brown sugar | 1 cup |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
| Cayenne | 1 1/2 teaspoons |
| Light corn syrup | 1/2 cup |
| Ground allspice | 4 teaspoons |
| Ground cinnamon | 1 1/2 teaspoons |
| Nutmeg | 1 1/2 teaspoons |
| Ground black pepper | 1 teaspoon |
| Ground cloves | 1/3 teaspoon |
| Dark rum | To taste |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 474.8
- Fat Content: 1.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 572.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 111.9g
- Fiber Content: 7.3g
- Sugar Content: 72.7g
- Protein Content: 4g
Instructions:
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Prepare the Base: In a food processor, combine the golden raisins, onion, garlic, tomato paste, bananas, and enough vinegar to facilitate blending. Process until smooth.
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Cook the Mixture: Transfer the pureed mixture to a large stainless steel or enamel pot. Add the remaining vinegar, 4 cups of water, brown sugar, salt, and cayenne. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly.
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Simmer: Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer the mixture, uncovered, for 1 and 1/2 hours, stirring frequently. If the ketchup begins to stick to the bottom of the pan, add a small amount of water to prevent burning.
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Spice it Up: After 1 and 1/2 hours, add the light corn syrup, ground allspice, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, ground black pepper, and ground cloves. Continue to cook the mixture for an additional 15 minutes.
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Test for Consistency: To check if the ketchup has reached the desired consistency, place a small dollop of the mixture on a frozen plate. If no liquid forms around the dollop, the ketchup is ready.
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Add Rum: If desired, stir in dark rum to taste. Bring the mixture back to a boil, stirring constantly, then remove it from the heat.
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Jar and Process: Ladle the hot ketchup into clean, hot jars, leaving 1/4 inch of headspace. Seal the jars tightly. Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 20 minutes for pint-sized jars or 15 minutes for half-pint jars.
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Allow to Ripen: After processing, allow the jars of ketchup to ripen for at least 1 month before using. This allows the flavors to meld and intensify.
This Caribbean ketchup is a flavorful addition to your pantry, perfect for adding a tropical twist to your favorite dishes. Enjoy its unique blend of sweet and spicy flavors with every bite! 🍅🌴
