Low Sodium Ketchup - Tasty, Healthy Heart Recipes (2024)

This Low Sodium Ketchup recipe is the answer for what is probably among the most common high sodium condiments in your refrigerator. I really never used that much ketchup, but that bottle sat on the shelf mocking me. Well, I couldn’t have that, so I made my own low sodium, natural sugar version. Now I am experimenting a little bit every time I make it and I am still not sure I have found the perfect mixture, but I have several favorites.

This is also the base recipe I use for my Low Sodium Sloppy Joes and Low Sodium Barbecue sauces. It is so easy to make and you can change the flavors ever so subtly. Nowadays I like to make rich, bold ketchup which some might call it almost a barbecue sauce and I use that way too.

Not only doesmost ketchup contain high amounts of sodium or potassium chloride. It alsocontains a huge amount of artificialsweeteners, such as corn syrup; withthis recipe you can control that also.

HOW MUCH SODIUM IN KETCHUP?

Ketchup,mustard and most condiments are some of the worst high sodium offenders outthere. Almost any bottle of ketchup will be 116 mg of sodium pertablespoon. So while I try to keep most of my entire meals below 250 mg, atablespoon of regular ketchup would make meeting that goal impossible.

When I first found no salt added ketchup near thebeginning of my low sodium diet I thought I was halfway there. But, Lo and Beholda few months later I found out how much potassium chloride it contains. Then Imade my first batch of ketchup and I was hooked.

Heinz has a no salt added version, but it containsAlsosalt® Salt Substitute (Potassium Chloride) as a replacement. PotassiumChloride interferes with many medications of heart, liver, kidney, and highblood pressure patients and should be avoided. Hunt’s used to have a no saltversion with no Potassium Chloride either, but it appears to have beendiscontinued.

I do use Heinz no salt added occasionally when I haveeggs or French fries but it is so little and so infrequently it is just mypersonal choice to use it in a pinch.

But hope is not lost!You can easily replace store bought ketchup entirely with this recipemaking this very low sodium and Potassium Chloride free! Experiment and makeyour own gourmet low sodium ketchup. I make mine with molasses instead of honeyand a touch of chili powder for a dark bold ketchup.

HOW TO MAKE LOW SODIUM KETCHUP

This is so easy to make after the first two times youwon’t even think about it. Just add all the ingredients in a medium sizedsaucepan. Bring to a boil and then then cover and turn to low to simmer for 15to 20 minutes. Stir to combine well occasionally.

Be sure to keep covered when not stirring. The ketchupwill spit during the simmeringstage. Just leave the lid on askew and you will be set. If you want a thinner consistencyjust add water about a tablespoon at a time. Or for thicker, just let it simmerout the water.

HOW LONG DOES LOW SODIUM KETCHUP LAST

Because ketchup contains a good amount of vinegar fromwhat I’ve researched is about one month. I have made it in smaller batches likethis recipe and even then it has lasted up over a month, no problems. Gaugewhat you generally use in a month and then make that amount. This recipe makesa touch over 1 cup.

[su_box title=”A few of my other great dishes to enjoy!” box_color=”#a92224″]

• Low Sodium Sloppy Joes
• Savory Low Sodium Pork Ribs
• Low Sodium Barbecue Sauce

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As always, please let me know how you like this recipe in the comments! I get motivated when I hear from you and am interested to learn about how you liked your Low Sodium Ketchup. And please leave a comment or rating and share any tips you might have.

Nutrition Information – The information shown is provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be substituted for a doctor’s or nutritionist’s advice. Please understand that not everyone’s sodium requirements are the same, therefore some recipes may be higher than you’re allowed. Always consult with your doctor for your recommended daily sodium allowance.