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Strawberry Coulis

This strawberry coulis is a silky, vibrant sauce made by gently simmering fresh strawberries with sugar and lemon peel until they release their juices and thicken slightly. The mixture is then blended until smooth, creating a bright red, fragrant condiment with a velvety texture. It pairs beautifully with desserts and adds a fresh, tangy note to various dishes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound fresh strawberries hulled and halved
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest finely grated from one lemon

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Blender or immersion blender

Method
 

  1. Combine the strawberries, sugar, and lemon zest in a saucepan. Turn the heat to medium and stir to coat the berries with sugar as they begin to release their juices.
  2. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Let it cook slowly for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries break down and the syrup thickens slightly with a fragrant aroma filling the kitchen.
  3. Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the mixture to cool for a few minutes. Then, blend the cooked strawberries until completely smooth using a blender or immersion blender.
  4. Strain the coulis through a fine sieve if you prefer a very silky texture, pressing gently to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard any solids that remain.
  5. Pour the strained coulis back into the saucepan and gently reheat if necessary, just until warmed through. Adjust sweetness with a little more sugar if desired.
  6. Transfer the finished coulis to a jar or bowl, then let it cool completely before storing or serving. The sauce will thicken slightly as it cools and becomes vibrant in color.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. You can also freeze it for longer preservation.