Agave Sweetened Ketchup

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Agave nectar is made from the juice of the agave plant. Agave is spiky plant that grows throughout the southwest and in Mexico. Their nectar is like honey and is harvested similar to maple syrup from a maple trees. It is high in fructose and is 1.4 times sweeter than sugar. Agave nectar has a low glycemic index which means it doesn’t stimulate insulin like most sweeteners, or cause a “sugar rush.” It also pours easily and adds moisture to baked goods. It dissolves well in cold or hot beverages making it delicious in herbal iced tea.
Total Time: 45 minutes
Makes about 3 cups

1 (28 oz.) can whole fire roasted tomatoes
1 medium sweet onion, peeled and chopped
1 tbsp minced garlic
4 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp minced garlic
1 tsp. pickling spice
1/2 tsp. dry mustard
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper
1/4 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. cloves
2 bay leaves
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
2/3 c. agave nectar

Combine tomatoes, onions, garlic, vinegar, pickling spice, mustard, salt, pepper, cinnamon, cloves bay leaves and cayenne. dry mustard and pepper in a stainless steel saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Simmer 20 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and strain through a fine mesh sieve Return strained mixture to saucepan and stir in agave nectar. Simmer over medium heat 10 minutes longer until thickened. Adjust seasonings to taste. Store in a glass or plastic container. Refrigerate until needed.


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