Red Pepper Coulis
Brighten your dishes with the vibrant and versatile Red Pepper Coulis, a silky sauce bursting with the sweet, smoky flavor of roasted red bell peppers. This quick and easy recipe combines charred peppers, sautéed garlic and shallots, and a hint of lemon juice for a zesty finish, creating a rich, velvety condiment perfect for drizzling over grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or even pasta. With just 25 minutes from start to finish, this stunning homemade coulis is a must-try for transforming simple meals into gourmet creations. Make it ahead and store it in the fridge for up to five days to elevate your meals all week long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large red bell peppers
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 medium shallot
- 0.25 cups vegetable stock
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven's broiler (or use a gas stovetop flame if preferred).
Place the red bell peppers on a baking sheet under the broiler, turning them occasionally, until the skins are charred and blistered on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Alternatively, roast them over a gas flame using tongs.
Transfer the charred peppers to a bowl and cover them tightly with plastic wrap to steam for 10 minutes. This will make peeling the skin easier.
While the peppers steam, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and diced shallot to the skillet, cooking until softened and fragrant (about 3 minutes). Remove from heat and set aside.
Once the peppers are cooled, peel off the charred skin, remove the seeds, and discard the stems.
In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted peppers, cooked garlic and shallots, vegetable stock, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed. If the sauce is too thick, add an additional tablespoon of vegetable stock or water until the desired consistency is reached.
Taste the coulis and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Transfer the red pepper coulis to a serving dish, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Serve at room temperature or slightly warmed to complement your favorite dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
489 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.0 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1345 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.3 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.0 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.2 g | ||
| Protein | 8.0 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 72 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1425 mg | 30% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
