Homemade Fresh Tomato Ketchup

1.Wash the fresh tomatoes and chop them into small pieces.

2.Peel and chop the onion and garlic cloves finely.

3.In a saucepan, combine the chopped tomatoes, onion, and garlic.

4.Add apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, paprika, mustard powder, cinnamon, cloves, allspice, and cayenne pepper to the saucepan.

5.Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally until the tomatoes are soft and the mixture thickens.

6.Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.

7.Use an immersion blender or a regular blender to blend the mixture until smooth.

8.Strain the blended mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any seeds or skins.

9.Return the strained mixture to the saucepan and simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes until it reaches your desired ketchup consistency.

10.Allow the homemade fresh tomato ketchup to cool completely before transferring it to a jar or container for storage.

11.Refrigerate the ketchup and use it as a flavorful condiment for your favorite dishes.