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Mixed Berry Coulis

Coulis is a fancy word that simply means a sauce made with fresh, uncooked ingredients. Feel free to change the mix of berries as you wish, depending on what’s available. If you find fresh red currants at your market, the tangy little berries are a wonderful addition.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    makes 2 cups (500 ml)

Ingredients

8 ounces (230 g) fresh strawberries, rinsed and hulled
1 cup (115 g) raspberries, fresh or frozen
1 cup (115 g) blackberries, fresh or frozen
3 to 4 tablespoons (45 to 60 g) sugar

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Slice the strawberries and toss them in a bowl with half of the raspberries and half of the blackberries. Purée the remaining berries in a blender or food processor with 3 tablespoons (45 g) of sugar. Mix the berry purée with the sliced berries. Taste, then add the remaining tablespoon of sugar if you wish. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

  2. Variation

    Step 2

    Add a splash of liqueur, such as Grand Marnier, Cognac, or kirsch to the sauce.

  3. Storage

    Step 3

    This sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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