Mary Berry Strawberry Coulis Recipe
Craving fresh summer sweetness? This Mary Berry Strawberry Coulis Recipe is pure magic. It's a silky, vibrant sauce that elevates any dessert. Learn how to make Mary Berry Strawberry Coulis Recipe at home.
Ingredients
- 500 g fresh strawberries hulled
- 100 g caster sugar adjust to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons water
- Pinch of salt optional
Instructions
Prep the Strawberries
- Rinse strawberries under cool water. Pat dry gently. Remove green hulls with a knife. Cut large ones in half. Small ones stay whole. This keeps texture even. Takes just minutes.
Cook the Berries
- Add strawberries to saucepan. Sprinkle caster sugar over. Squeeze in lemon juice. Add water and vanilla. Stir gently. Heat on medium. Bring to gentle simmer for 8 minutes. Berries soften and release juices.
Blend for Smoothness
- Remove from heat. Cool slightly for 2 minutes. Pour into blender. Pulse until smooth and silky. No big chunks left. Scrape sides down. Blend again if needed. Vibrant pink color emerges.
Strain for Velvet Texture
- Set sieve over clean bowl. Pour blended mixture through. Press with spoon back. Catch all liquid below. Discard seeds and bits. Pure silk now. Wipe under sieve clean.
Taste and Adjust
- Taste coulis warm. Add more sugar if tart. Stir well. Cool fully at room temp. Then fridge for best flavor. Ready to dazzle desserts.
Store and Serve
- Ladle into jars. Seal tight. Drizzle generously. Watch smiles spread.
Notes
- Use ripe strawberries for max flavor.
- Less sugar for tart kick.
- Simmer low to avoid burning.
- Variation: Add raspberries for mixed berry.
- Make blueberry coulis same way.
- Boozy twist: Splash of liqueur.
- Thicken with cornstarch slurry.
- Freeze in ice cube trays for portions.