Flavored homemade ketchup by Hector Jimenez-Bravo

Ketchup is a tasty and spicy condiment that goes perfectly with barbecue, as well as with almost all meat dishes; it is often used to season homemade stuffed cabbage, stuffed peppers, and potatoes. Moreover, it is very easy to prepare at home.

TV presenter and MasterChef judge Hector Jimenez-Bravo shared a recipe for delicious, flavorful homemade ketchup on Instagram, which will be a great addition to many dishes.

Ingredients:

• Tomatoes - 500 gr.
• Onions - 1 pc.
• Garlic - 1 head
• Salt - to taste
• Sugar - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Rosemary and thyme - optional

Method of preparation:

1. Scald the tomatoes with boiling water, and remove the skin.
2. Put them in a saucepan, and grind with an immersion blender until smooth.
3. Add sugar, salt, and pepper to the mashed potatoes and cook for about 30-40 minutes.
4. Put the garlic in the oven for 8 minutes at 150 C to make it soft.
5. Peel the onion, finely chop, and fry until golden brown, add sugar, salt, and mix.
6. Put the onion and garlic in a blender, whisk until smooth, and add to the boiling tomato puree, and mix.
7. Turn off the heat and let the sauce cool completely.