Strawberry Coulis
An ultra simple homemade strawberry sauce recipe is a great addition to your desserts. Silky smooth fruit based sauce that is both fresh and luxurious.
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 378kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh plump strawberries
- ¼ cup water
- 5 Tablespoons granulated sugar more if needed
- A dash of salt
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Wash strawberries, remover the green part and cut in halves.
- Place cut strawberries, sugar, water and lemon juice un a medium saucepan.
- Heat mixture over medium heat stirring often until sugar dissolves.
- Simmer until strawberries break down, this will take about 4 minutes.
- Pour mixture in a blender and blend until smooth.
- Strain through a fine mesh strainer placed over a bowl to collect liquids.
- Taste to adjust sugar, stir in more sugar if you would like to.
- Refrigerate in an airtight jar for at least an hour before serving.
Notes
- When straining the strawberry mixture press on solids with a spoon to extract as much juices as possible.
- Some people prefer not to strain the mixture.
- You can use frozen strawberries, just make sure to thaw before using.
- If the mixture comes out too thick for your liking, stir in more water.
- Variations:
- You can use the same process with any fruit you like, try mixed berries, peaches and more.
- Stir in vanilla extract or any extract you like for more flavor.
- Storage:
- Store leftover in mason jars and refrigerate for up to 4-5 days. Stir to combine before using.
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Nutrition
Calories: 378kcal | Carbohydrates: 95g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 706mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 82g | Vitamin A: 55IU | Vitamin C: 271mg | Calcium: 76mg | Iron: 2mg
