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FRESH PLUM KETCHUP

Vegan Soul Kitchen
by Bryant Terry
This sweet ketchup is a tastier version of store-bought ketchup without all the additives and preservatives.
Yield: about 2½ cups

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 cup diced red onion
• 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 8-ounce can chopped tomatoes
• 1/2 teaspoon agave nectar
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 2 teaspoons taman
• 3 ripe plums, peeled, pit removed, and chopped
• 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed
• lemon Juice
• Coarse sea salt
• Freshly ground white pepper

Directions

• In a large saute pan over medium heat, combine the olive oil, onion, bell pepper, and paprika Saute for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring often, until the vegetables begin to caramelize Add the garlic and saute until fragrant, about 2 minutes Add the tomatoes, agave, vinegar, and taman Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickening, about 15 minutes Remove from the heat Stir in the plums and lemon juice and set aside to cool

• Transfer the ketchup to an upright blender and puree until smooth Season with salt and pepper to taste.

• Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week