Coulis/Purée de Tomates Fait Maison

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers a healthier fat profile.

fresh basil

🥗Healthier: dried basil

💰Cheaper: oregano

Dried herbs are often more affordable and have a longer shelf life.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey adds sweetness with a different flavor profile.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Cayenne adds heat without the cost.

Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add chopped tomatoes and stir to combine.

Season with salt and sugar, adjusting to taste.

Simmer the mixture for 20-30 minutes until tomatoes are soft and flavors meld.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.

Return to the saucepan and heat gently if needed.

Adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper as desired.

Serve warm or let cool and store for later use.

Cooking Techniques

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