Tomato Coulis
Tomato coulis is a cold, unstable emulsified sauce made with fresh tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, onion, and aromatic herbs. This light and refreshing sauce is id
Tomato coulis is a cold, unstable emulsified sauce made with fresh tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, onion, and aromatic herbs. This light and refreshing sauce is ideal for accompanying pasta, pizzas, vegetables, or grilled meats. Its intense flavor and smooth texture make it a staple of Mediterranean cuisine. The preparation of this sauce is simple and quick, and it can be stored in the refrigerator for a few days. Tomato coulis is an excellent base for many other sauces.
Time
40 min. =
20 min. +
20 min.
Utensils
1 knife1 sauce pan1 blender
Ingredients for 8 parts
- 1 Kg. tomatoes
- 0.5 c. à c. sea salt
- 1 onion
- 2 garlics
- 4 c. à s. olive oil
- 2 c. à s. basilic
- 0.25 c. à c. black pepper
- 1 c. à c. dried oregano
Steps
- Wash and cut the tomatoes into pieces.
- Slice the onion and mince the garlic.
- In a saucepan, heat the olive oil and sauté the onion and garlic for a few minutes.
- Add the tomatoes, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 20 minutes.
- Blend the sauce until you get a smooth consistency.
- Serve chilled with pasta, pizzas, vegetables, or grilled meats.