This Raspberry Chipotle Ketchup is smoky, spicy, and a little tart. It is thick and chunky - perfect for a veggie burger or fries.
I recently started making my own BBQ Sauce, so making a Raspberry Chipotle Ketchup seemed like a next logical step.
I always have chipotle in adobo sauce and chipotle powder in my pantry. I love to pair it with something sweet like maple syrup. I used that combination with my Maple Chipotle Cashews and my Maple Chipotle Black Bean Lettuce Wraps with Mango Salsa. Both recipes are sweet and spicy - my favorite flavor combination!
To be honest, I don't know if I would use chipotle peppers as much as I do if it weren't for the fact that I live in Tucson. Yes, I love all things spicy, but I think that living here has definitely influenced how I cook. Mexican cuisine is one of my favorite things to eat, so it works out nicely living so close to the Mexican border.
This ketchup is smoky, spicy, and a little tart from the raspberries. It has a mild sweetness, depending upon how sweet your raspberries are, and some more sweetness from agave syrup.
Chipotles give this ketchup it's smoky and spicy flavor. If you have never had them before, they are smoke-dried jalapeños, to give you an idea of their spice level.
Not only do I love cooking in general, but I also love making my own condiments because I can control the ingredients. This is a topic that I have brought up before and will probably continue to bring up.
Have you ever read the ingredients on your favorite products? Many foods have ingredients that I cannot pronounce and don't know what they are. I personally prefer to control what goes into my body.
Being vegan for 18 years, I have read many labels. Being gluten free, it is vital that I read labels so that I don't get sick. Making my own condiments ensures that I am getting something that is not only vegan and gluten free, but healthy as well.
*In case you are wondering, The fries in these photographs are Baked Tofu Fries. They went nicely with the Raspberry Chipotle Ketchup.
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Recipe
This spicy ketchup with tart raspberries is the perfect addition at the table for outdoor BBQs and potlucks.
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This is the brand of chipotle in adobo I buy. It doesn't have wheat like some other brands.
Raspberry Chipotle Ketchup
Ingredients
- 6 ounces tomato paste
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon allspice
- 2 chipotles in adobo sauce gluten free
- 1 tablespoon adobo sauce
- 3 tablespoons agave syrup
- salt and pepper
- 1 cup raspberries fresh or frozen
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients except raspberries. Pour into a sauce pan on medium heat. Add in raspberries and mash them with a fork, as mixture simmers. Cook for about 5-10 minutes, until raspberries are broken down and mixture thickens.
Nutrition
*Note: Nutrition information should be considered an estimate only. Different nutrition calculators give you different results.
Krista says
Looking to try this weekend! How do you store it and how long does it last?
Willow Moon says
I store it in the fridge. It lasts 5-7 days if you don't finish it first!
Ann says
This has become my new favorite condiment! Thanks for the recipe!
Willow Moon says
I'm glad you like it, thanks Ann!
Ashley says
I just dipped french fries in strawberry jam last night and it was amazing. This ketchup is a brilliant idea! (and way healthier than the jam I was using...)
Willow Moon says
French fries dipped in strawberry jam sounds like a great idea! I could see adding in some vegan mayo and / or Dijon mustard as well - like the flavors in a Monte Cristo!
Maggie Unzueta says
This ketchup looks amazing! Pinning for later. 🙂
Melissa - Disco Bumblebee says
This sounds delicious! Ketchup is a huge staple at our house, I look forward to surprising my family with something new.
Willow Moon says
Thanks Melissa, I hope they like it!
Madeline says
Such a fun twist on ketchup! Love that its slightly spicy and sweet!
Willow Moon says
Thanks Madeline!
Nicola @ Happy Healthy Motivated says
I've never thought of adding fruit into ketchup before! What an awesome way to make it more summery.
Willow Moon says
It adds a slightly sweet, tart flavor to the smoky spicy chipotle - so a good balance of flavors.
Rachel Ritlop says
Wow I've never tried something like this before, but it looks delicious!
Willow Moon says
Thanks Rachel! If you have ever had a BBQ sauce with fruit, it is kind of like that.
Deborah says
I never thought to pair raspberries with chipotle but this looks delicious. I'm the same as you, since living in San Diego, my cooking has been greatly influenced by spicy peppers. I used to almost never buy salsa and now I constantly have several jars in my fridge haha!
Willow Moon says
Haha, me too! If not in the fridge, then in the pantry - although I prefer fresh!
Tasia b says
Wow! What a unique recipe! You have peaked my interest!
Willow Moon says
Thanks Tasia!