Red Seal Cook

Category - Sauces

What is the difference between a coulis and a purée?
  1. A coulis is thinner and more refined than a purée
  2. A purée is thinner and more refined than a coulis
  3. There is no difference, the words are interchangeable
Explanation
Answer: A -A coulis should be as smooth as possible. This is achieved by puréeing the cooked fruit or vegetable, and straining through a sieve. While the two sauces are generally perceived as interchangeable, a true coulis is always strained further from its puréed state.
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