Tomato Trio: DIY Ketchup, Sauce, and Puree Recipes Anyone Can Make

Love the real taste of tomatoes? Skip store-bought options and create your own ketchup, sauce, and puree right at home! With just a few ingredients and easy steps, you can enjoy homemade tomato goodness that’s fresh, flavorful, and free from preservatives.


✅ 1. Homemade Tomato Ketchup

Perfect for: Fries, burgers, snacks

Ingredients:

  • Tomatoes – 1 kg
  • Sugar – 100 g
  • Vinegar – 2 tbsp
  • Garlic – 4 cloves
  • Salt – 1 tsp
  • Optional spices: clove, cinnamon, chili

Method:

  1. Chop and boil tomatoes with garlic and spices.
  2. Blend and strain to remove seeds/skin.
  3. Cook again with sugar and vinegar until thick.
  4. Let it cool and store in a clean bottle.

Shelf Life: 2–3 weeks (refrigerated)


✅ 2. Tomato Sauce for Pasta & Pizza

Perfect for: Pasta, pizza, noodles

Ingredients:

  • Ripe tomatoes – 6 large
  • Garlic – 3 cloves
  • Onion – 1 medium
  • Olive oil – 2 tbsp
  • Salt, pepper, herbs (basil, oregano)

Method:

  1. Blanch, peel, and blend tomatoes.
  2. Sauté garlic and onion, add tomato pulp.
  3. Simmer for 20 minutes, season to taste.
  4. Cool and use or store in airtight container.

Tip: Add chili flakes for a spicy twist.


✅ 3. Basic Tomato Puree

Perfect for: Curries, gravies, stews

Ingredients:

  • Fresh ripe tomatoes – 1 kg
  • Pinch of salt (optional)

Method:

  1. Boil tomatoes till skins crack.
  2. Cool slightly, peel, blend, and strain.
  3. Simmer the puree to thicken slightly.
  4. Store in fridge or freeze in portions.

Pro Tip: Use ice cube trays to freeze small batches.


🌿 Why Go Homemade?

  • No added preservatives or colors
  • Control your flavor & spice levels
  • Save money with better taste

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