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What can you put on top of meatloaf besides ketchup?

The next best ketchup substitute is tomato paste. Add vinegar and/or honey or maple syrup using the quantities above if you have them on hand. You could also mix in a little Worcestershire sauce. Straight tomato paste is pretty bland, but it works in a pinch.

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Don’t have ketchup and need it…stat? Here’s a quick homemade ketchup substitute to use for burgers, fries and more. Making a recipe that calls for ketchup and don’t have it? Or need a dip for fries and realized you’re all out? Don’t worry: there are a few quick pantry tricks to make up for this iconic sauce! Ketchup is a red condiment made with tomatoes, vinegar, sugar, and a load of secret spices that vary based on manufacturer. You know it best as a dip for your fries and sauce for a burger, but it’s also used in recipes to add a tangy, sweet or complex nuance. Don’t have time to shop for it? Or cooking and just realized you don’t have it? (It happens often, over here!) Here are some ketchup substitute ideas.

Best ketchup substitute

1. Homemade ketchup substitute (recipe below)

The best substitute for ketchup? Try this quick and easy homemade ketchup substitute! All you need are a few pantry ingredients and you can mix up this replacement in just a few minutes. Here’s what to mix together:

¼ cup tomato paste

1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

½ tablespoon honey

½ teaspoon kosher salt

¼ teaspoon smoked paprika (or sweet paprika)

(or sweet paprika) ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

For the best texture, pass it through a fine mesh strainer or sieve using a spatula. This helps it to become smoother and glossier. Or, you can skip this step and just dig in! You can also make our Homemade Ketchup Recipe.

2. Tomato paste (in a cooked dish)

Using ketchup in a cooked dish, like chili? The next best ketchup substitute is tomato paste. Add vinegar and/or honey or maple syrup using the quantities above if you have them on hand. You could also mix in a little Worcestershire sauce. Straight tomato paste is pretty bland, but it works in a pinch.

3. Tomato puree or tomato sauce (in a cooked dish)

Another decent ketchup substitute? Tomato puree or tomato sauce. These products have a looser consistency than tomato paste, and it tastes more bitter. We recommend adding vinegar and/or honey or maple syrup using the quantities above if you have them on hand. Like tomato paste, tomato sauce is bland compared to ketchup, but it works in a pinch.

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Brush the top and sides of the meatloaf with a glaze and continue baking until a thermometer inserted into the center registers 160 degrees F, about 25 more minutes. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing. Classic: Mix 1/4 cup ketchup, 2 teaspoons brown sugar and 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce. Garlic-Herb: Mix 1/4 cup ketchup, 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, 2 teaspoons brown sugar, 1 grated garlic clove and 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning. Spicy Barbecue: Mix 1/4 cup barbecue sauce, 2 teaspoons honey, 1 teaspoon chipotle chile powder and 1 teaspoon cider vinegar. Tangy: Mix 1/4 cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons apricot preserves, 2 teaspoons soy sauce, 1 teaspoon rice vinegar and 1 teaspoon ground ginger.

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