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Cheryl MalikPosted: 02/27/18Updated: 05/15/22

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This Whole30 ketchup recipe is made with only a few ingredients, no dates, and requires no blending. It’s perfect on everything and in so many other sauces! This Whole30 ketchup is a total must, and you’ll want to keep a jar of this paleo condiment on hand at all times.

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This is no regular Whole30 ketchup.

No, this is the Whole30 ketchup ofhope. Of Promise.

This Whole30 ketchup recipe means bang bang shrimp and In N Out animal style-inspired burgers and meatloaf. This Whole30 ketchup recipe makes all of those other recipes possible.

And you know what else about this Whole30 ketchup recipe? No dates, sister. No dates, no blending, nada. In fact, I’m sort of anti-dates in a Whole30. For me, they’re total candy, and I found myself noshing on them in the early days of my last round, clearly just staving off that sugar dragon in the laziest of ways. Oh, and speaking of lazy? I’m anti-dates in a sauce because,lazy. Dates in sauces mean blending, more dishes, more hand-washing (Uh, dates are sticky), more justmore.

So this Whole30 ketchup recipe is sweetened a different way–my favorite way, in fact! With the almighty coconut aminos.

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What makes this recipe so good

  • It tastes just like “regular” ketchup but is free of added sugars and Whole30 compliant.
  • This Whole30 ketchup recipe includes no dates, meaning no blending!
  • It comes together super easily and keeps in the fridge for a long time.

The thing about coconut aminos is that they’re sweet! They’re sort of salty, but not very. I never entirely replace salt with coconut aminos, but I absolutely love using them to give a recipe a natural sweetness and depth of flavor.

And they’re absolutely perfect in this Whole30 ketchup recipe. It works like this: stir some stuff together, let it simmer, and… you’re done. Easy, easy, easy.

Variations

  • Stir in a bit of my Whole30 sriracha recipe for a spicy take on this Whole30 ketchup.
  • Blend the whole batch with a couple of cloves of garlic for a delicious, garlicky ketchup.
  • Whisk in about 1/2-1 cup of my Whole30 mayo for an awesome and easy creamy dip.

Can you eat ketchup on Whole30?

Yes! And also no. You can have compliant ketchup, like this Whole30 ketchup recipe, or a store-bought version like Tessemae’s. If your ketchup has any type of sugar listed in the ingredients, it’s not compliant. You can check out my Whole30 food list here to make sure you’re avoiding even the sneakiest of sugars!

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Which coconut aminos should I buy?

My very favorite coconut aminos are from Big Tree Farms. They’re affordable and super delicious, thick, and rich. I have a bottle in the fridge at all times and a bottle in the pantry as a backup. I don’t play around with coconut aminos, y’all. They’re key in my Whole30 egg roll in a bowl recipe and my Whole30 lettuce wraps, too.

Can I skip the coconut aminos?

No! Please don’t. The coconut aminos give this Whole30 ketchup its sweetness and richness, and you’d be missing a lot of both without it.

How to Make It

Stir together all ingredients in a medium saucepan over low heat; whisk well.

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Simmer until a bit reduced and thickened, about 20 minutes. Salt to taste.

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Pour into an air-tight container and chill.

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This Whole30 ketchup keeps in the fridge at least 4 weeks.

Other recipes you’ll love:

  • One Minute Whole30 Mayo (Immersion Blender)
  • Whole30 Dump Ranch Dressing
  • In N Out Burgers Double Double Animal Style (Whole30, Paleo, Low Carb)
  • Whole30 Bang Bang Shrimp

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Whole30 Ketchup Recipe (No Dates, Paleo Vegan)

Prep:10 minutes minutes

Cook:20 minutes minutes

Total:30 minutes minutes

This Whole30 ketchup recipe is made with only a few ingredients, no dates, and requires no blending. It's perfect on everything and in so many other sauces! This Whole30 condiment is a total must, and you'll want to keep a jar of this Whole30 ketchup recipe on hand at all times.

Makes about 2 cups.

16 servings

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients in a saucepan over low heat; whisk well. Simmer until slightly reduced, about 20 minutes, then salt to taste. Cool before transferring to a jar; refrigerate.

Notes

Recipe yields approximately 2 cups total, or 16 2-tablespoon servings. Actual number of servings will depend on your preferred portion sizes.

Nutritional values shown are general guidelines and reflect information for 1 serving. Actual macros may vary slightly depending on specific brands and types of ingredients used.

To determine the weight of one serving, prepare the recipe as instructed. Weigh the finished recipe, then divide the weight of the finished recipe (not including the weight of the container the food is in) by 16. Result will be the weight of one serving.

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Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 2tablespoons, Calories: 18kcal, Protein: 1g, Fat: 1g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 265mg, Potassium: 158mg, Total Carbs: 4g, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 2g, Net Carbs: 3g, Vitamin A: 224IU, Vitamin C: 3mg, Calcium: 6mg, Iron: 1mg

Number of total servings shown is approximate. Actual number of servings will depend on your preferred portion sizes.

Nutritional values shown are general guidelines and reflect information for 1 serving using the ingredients listed, not including any optional ingredients. Actual macros may vary slightly depending on specific brands and types of ingredients used.

To determine the weight of one serving, prepare the recipe as instructed. Weigh the finished recipe, then divide the weight of the finished recipe (not including the weight of the container the food is in) by the desired number of servings. Result will be the weight of one serving.

© Author: Cheryl Malik

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Meet Cheryl Malik

In addition to being a certified health coach, certified yoga instructor, and mom of 3, Cheryl is also the recipe developer, editor-in-chief, food photographer, and passionate foodie behind 40 Aprons. Having spent the last 10+ years as a food blogger, she's become known for her flavorful recipes, detailed instructions, gorgeous photography, and down-to-earth approach to food and cooking in general.

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  1. Whole30 Ketchup Recipe (No Dates, Paleo, Vegan) (13)Sarah says

    I’m making this for the first time right now. I think if I make it again I’d use 4 tbs of coconut amino instead of 5. Easy recipe to make and I’ve really been missing my catsup!Whole30 Ketchup Recipe (No Dates, Paleo, Vegan) (14)

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    • Whole30 Ketchup Recipe (No Dates, Paleo, Vegan) (15)Jessica | 40 Aprons Team says

      So glad you enjoy it, Sarah! Thanks for sharing! 😊

      Reply

  2. Whole30 Ketchup Recipe (No Dates, Paleo, Vegan) (16)Faith says

    Love this so much. It is surprisingly easy and the taste is amazing! I’d never have guessed it was sugar-free. Thanks for the amazing recipe! I’ve made this three times already.Whole30 Ketchup Recipe (No Dates, Paleo, Vegan) (17)

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    • Whole30 Ketchup Recipe (No Dates, Paleo, Vegan) (18)Jessica | 40 Aprons Team says

      So glad you love it! 😊

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  3. Whole30 Ketchup Recipe (No Dates, Paleo, Vegan) (19)Brooke says

    I LOVE this recipe! (I do have a confession though, and that is that I never cared much for “real” ketchup.) This stuff is the bomb. Amazing on meatloaf.Whole30 Ketchup Recipe (No Dates, Paleo, Vegan) (20)

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    • Whole30 Ketchup Recipe (No Dates, Paleo, Vegan) (21)Jessica | 40 Aprons Team says

      So glad you love it, Brooke! I agree- it’s so much better than “real” ketchup!

      Reply

  4. Whole30 Ketchup Recipe (No Dates, Paleo, Vegan) (22)Emilie says

    I love this recipe! Simple and delicious! Am I able to can this?Whole30 Ketchup Recipe (No Dates, Paleo, Vegan) (23)

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    • Whole30 Ketchup Recipe (No Dates, Paleo, Vegan) (24)Megan | 40 Aprons Team says

      That’s a great question, Emilie, but unfortunately I don’t know the answer! No one on our team really has experience with the dos and don’ts of canning so that’s not something we test with our recipes. Maybe someone who cans things regularly will see this comment though and be able to weigh in!

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  5. Whole30 Ketchup Recipe (No Dates, Paleo, Vegan) (25)Amy says

    Holy ketchup! This turned out soooo delicious. Even after Whole30 I don’t think I’ll ever buy ketchup again. Thank you!Whole30 Ketchup Recipe (No Dates, Paleo, Vegan) (26)

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    • Whole30 Ketchup Recipe (No Dates, Paleo, Vegan) (27)Jessica | 40 Aprons Team says

      So glad you love it, Amy!! 🍅 😊

      Reply

  6. Whole30 Ketchup Recipe (No Dates, Paleo, Vegan) (28)Annie says

    This is one of my favorite recipes of yours! I much prefer this then the store bought sugar-free brand. I could drink this (but I won’t haha) and it’s SO easy to make. Thank you!Whole30 Ketchup Recipe (No Dates, Paleo, Vegan) (29)

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    • Whole30 Ketchup Recipe (No Dates, Paleo, Vegan) (30)Megan | 40 Aprons Team says

      Haha thank you so much, Annie!

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Whole30 Ketchup Recipe (No Dates, Paleo, Vegan)? ›

Is ketchup approved on the Whole30 diet? Only if you eat one with no added sugar! Many store-bought ketchups have added sugars for sweetness. This homemade version skips sweeteners of all kinds to make sure it's compliant with the Whole30 diet.

Is ketchup Whole30 compliant? ›

Is ketchup approved on the Whole30 diet? Only if you eat one with no added sugar! Many store-bought ketchups have added sugars for sweetness. This homemade version skips sweeteners of all kinds to make sure it's compliant with the Whole30 diet.

Can you eat ketchup on a paleo diet? ›

Aside from a few specialty organic brands, almost no commercially-available ketchup is Paleo. It should be noted that tomatoes are classified as a member of the nightshade family, a class of foods that can cause inflammation or other adverse reactions in some people.

What condiments can you have on Whole30? ›

Store-bought yellow mustard, hot sauce and vinegar are normally free of all sweeteners and are thus fair game on Whole30. Not all condiments are created equal though, so it's important to continue checking your labels.

What is in vegan ketchup? ›

In general, ketchup is vegan. The ingredients of ketchup are tomatoes, sugar, distilled vinegar, seasoning, and spice derived from plants, so it fits your vegan diet.

Is Heinz tomato ketchup Simply vegan? ›

To put it simply, yes, Heinz ketchup is vegan-friendly. Not only are all their ingredients plant-based, when it comes to Heinz tomato ketchup they've said 'we can confirm that the product is suitable for a vegan diet. Our sugar is not refined using bone char from animal bones. ' Making it entirely suitable for vegans.

Is mustard allowed on Whole30? ›

Many mustards are Whole30 compatible, but read your labels carefully. French's Yellow is compatible, but beware some Dijons, which often contain white wine. Look to our Whole30 Approved partners for spicy, yellow, and Dijon options that work perfectly for your Whole30 elimination.

What condiments are OK on Paleo? ›

Condiments are used to change or add flavor (and sometimes texture) to a dish. Under this definition, it's easy to say yes, there are Paleo condiments. Salt, honey, lemon juice, and diced hot peppers all fit into this category.

Is any cheese allowed on Paleo? ›

A Paleo-diet purist will tell you no, all cheese should be avoided on a Paleo lifestyle. Paleolithic humans didn't milk cows or process dairy. This is one case in which keto diet rules are much more lax than paleo.

What condiments are allowed on paleo? ›

Homemade Paleo Condiment Recipes
  • Simple ketchup;
  • Rich and deep-flavored ketchup;
  • Simple mustard;
  • Whole-grain mustard;
  • Lacto-fermented cucumber relish;
  • Simple horseradish;
  • Beet horseradish;
  • Traditionally fermented horseradish;
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What is the one bite rule on Whole30? ›

Here's the rule in a nutshell: If you think your less healthy treat is going to be so delicious, so incredible, so worth it, and then you take your first bite and discover it's not… STOP EATING.

Is hummus OK on Whole30? ›

Traditional hummus is made from garbanzo beans (also known as chickpeas), which are a legume and Plant-Based Whole30 compatible. Just read your labels to make sure your hummus doesn't contain dairy or other ingredients that aren't a fit for the Plant-Based Whole30.

Can I eat Chick Fil A fries on Whole30? ›

For that reason we do not allow commercially-prepared fries or chips, or deep-frying starchy veggies and turning them into fries or chips during your Whole30. (However, if you want to roast some kale until it's crispy, or thinly slice jicama into a scoop for your guacamole, be our guest.)

Is Chick-fil-A ketchup vegan? ›

When it comes to adding a bit of extra flavor to your veganized menu item, a little sauce or dressing goes a long way. Chick-fil-A has quite a few animal-free options to choose from, including the standard ketchup, mustard, and BBQ, but also chili lime vinaigrette dressing and sweet and spicy sriracha.

What is a substitute for 1 cup of ketchup? ›

1 cup ketchup (for use in cooking): substitute 1 cup tomato sauce, 1/2 cup sugar, and 2 tablespoons vinegar.

Is sugar free ketchup Whole30? ›

Yes! And also no. You can have compliant ketchup, like this Whole30 ketchup recipe, or a store-bought version like Tessemae's. If your ketchup has any type of sugar listed in the ingredients, it's not compliant.

Is yellow mustard OK for Whole30? ›

Yellow Mustard | Whole30 Approved, Gluten Free, Vegan.

Can you have pickles on Whole30? ›

Yes, both pickles and bananas are allowed on Whole30. Yet if they are a potential trigger food for you (for instance, the sweetness of bananas sets off a craving for other treats or makes you want to binge on the fruit), then you may consider including them on your “don't eat” list.

What brand of mustard is Whole30 compliant? ›

PRIMAL KITCHEN® Dijon Mustard is here and full of complex, spiced flavor. Dare to dress up your favorite dishes in this USDA Organic, Certified Paleo, Keto Certified, and Whole30 Approved® delicious dijon mustard.

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