– Pick fresh, ripe tomatoes for natural sweetness and rich ketchup flavor.
– Cut tomatoes into pieces and simmer them until they soften completely.
– Puree cooked tomatoes into a smooth paste for a silky ketchup texture.
– Mix in sugar, vinegar, salt, and spices to balance flavor and taste.
– Cook the mixture slowly until it thickens and develops a rich color.
– Let ketchup cool, then store it in a clean glass bottle or jar.