Homemade Ketchup and Mayonnaise
Craft your own delicious condiments with this easy recipe for homemade ketchup and mayonnaise, perfect for enhancing any meal.
Ingredients
For the Ketchup
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup white vinegar
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
For the Mayonnaise
- 1 large egg at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 cup vegetable oil or olive oil for richer flavor
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Ketchup Preparation
- In a saucepan, combine the tomato sauce, white vinegar, sugar, salt, garlic powder, and Dijon mustard.
- Cook over medium heat until well combined and bring to a gentle boil.
- Lower the heat and let the ketchup simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Allow the ketchup to cool before transferring it to a jar for storage.
Mayonnaise Preparation
- In a bowl, whisk together the egg and lemon juice until frothy.
- Slowly drizzle in the vegetable oil while continuing to whisk until the mixture emulsifies into a creamy consistency.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and store in the fridge.
Notes
Homemade ketchup and mayonnaise last up to three weeks and one week in the refrigerator respectively. Adjust seasoning as needed, and feel free to experiment with flavors.