Gourmet purees can be prepared from legumes, tubers and seeds. Their easy preparation and the diversity of uses that can be made with them in gastronomy make them an indispensable helper in the kitchen. They are
healthy creams that intensify the flavors of foods, vegetable purees that serve as a garnish and healthy creams ready to spread.
In this article we have selected 4 types of gourmet purees that will give an exceptional touch to your meals.
raw tahini
Raw tahini is the puree of the sesame seed also known as sesame. Its greatest benefit is that its own oil acts as a natural preservative, and this way it is not necessary to add chemicals and it lasts for a long time. It serves as a condiment to make various dishes such as hummus or you can use it to spread on bread.
Toasted tahini
Toasted tahini puree is that which undergoes a roasting treatment before being ground, which gives a more intense flavor to the final product. This product is rich in phosphorus, zinc and magnesium and is native to Arab countries. It is a seed cream that you can spread on bread or add as a condiment to delicious gastronomic dishes.
Nora meat
Ñoras is a type of red pepper native to Spain whose flesh is used to make puree without skin and seeds. Its main use is as a condiment in stir-fries and rice dishes and it cannot be missing in romesco sauces and calçots. The ñora puree has a contribution of calories, carbohydrates, proteins, fibers and fats. In addition, it is rich mainly in potassium and iron. And if you want an important contribution of vitamin A in your diet, then this puree is ideal.
Chickpeas puree
Chickpea is a legume rich in vitamins B1, B2, B9, C, E and K and has important minerals such as phosphorus, zinc, iron, magnesium, potassium and calcium. It is the base of hummus, a typically oriental dish that combines chickpea cream with tahini cream, as well as other ingredients. You can use this legume cream to use in any dish or to spread on bread. It is recommended in vegan diets due to its high content of iron and vitamin B.
CHICKPEA HUMMUS RECIPE
And if you want to know more about other types of healthy purees or creams, be sure to continue reading
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