Kiwi sauce is a light and versatile coulis, perfect for enhancing both savory and sweet dishes. In its savory version, it can transform into an alternative mayonnaise, ideal for accompanying salads, vegetarian dishes, fish, meat, or for filling sandwiches. In its sweet version, it’s delicious over panna cotta, ice creams, or spoon desserts, providing a fresh and fruity note. Its silky texture and lively flavor make it an original condiment suitable for many recipes.
KIWI SEASON – from September to April. It is harvested in autumn and keeps well out of the fridge throughout the winter.
FEIJOA SEASON: in Italy, it is harvested from September to December.
RECIPES with kiwi
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Cheap
- Rest time: 15 Minutes
- Preparation time: 5 Minutes
- Portions: 175
- Cuisine: Healthy
- Seasonality: Autumn, Winter, and Spring
- Energy 116.10 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 11.55 (g) of which sugars 7.41 (g)
- Proteins 0.89 (g)
- Fat 8.32 (g) of which saturated 1.16 (g)of which unsaturated 0.28 (g)
- Fibers 2.48 (g)
- Sodium 224.36 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 100 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Kiwi Sauce
- 2 kiwi (ripe – or feijoa)
- leaves basil (or mint)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (replace with SUGAR for the SWEET version)
- to taste salt (just a pinch in the SWEET version)
Tools
- Chopper
- Immersion Blender
Kiwi Sauce
Wash and peel the ripe kiwis (the skin is edible and rich in properties, so you can also choose to keep it). Cut them into cubes and put them in the blender jug along with the lemon juice, basil (or mint), and extra virgin olive oil (or sugar, for a sweet version).
Blend everything until smooth and homogeneous. If needed, adjust salt and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors blend well.
Crostini with savory kiwi sauce
On toasted slices, spread some (vegan) cream cheese or place slices of mozzarella or vegetable cheese, then top with kiwi sauce.
How to store kiwi sauce?
To store kiwi sauce, transfer it to a sterilized glass jar, close tightly, and keep in the fridge for 2-3 days. If you want to keep it longer, freeze it in airtight containers and thaw in the fridge before use.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
What is the difference between a sauce and a coulis?
The difference between a sauce and a coulis is mainly in the consistency and ingredients:
🍀 sauce: has a thicker consistency and can be made with various ingredients (e.g., tomato, cream, herbs). It often requires cooking and can include thickeners.
🍀 coulis: is a liquid and silky sauce, usually made from blended and strained fruit or vegetables. It doesn’t require cooking and is often used to decorate dishes.
In summary, a coulis is a type of sauce, but lighter and more refined.
