A purée (or mash) is cooked food, usually vegetables or legumes, that has been ground, pressed, blended or sieved to the consistency of a soft creamy paste or thick liquid. Purées of specific foods are often known by specific names, e.g., mashed potatoes or apple sauce. The term is of French origin, where it meant in Old French (13th century) purified or refined
Food Property | Type | Description |
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Flavor Profile | Sweet | Cherry puree has a natural sweetness from the cherries. |
Sour | Cherry puree may have a slight sourness depending on the ripeness of the cherries. | |
Texture | Moisture | Cherry puree has a smooth and moist texture due to its liquid consistency. |
Nutritional Value | Fiber | Cherry puree contains dietary fiber which is beneficial for digestive health. |
Color | Natural Pigments | Cherry puree has a vibrant red color due to the natural pigments in the cherries. |
Aroma | Volatile Compounds | Cherry puree has a fragrant aroma that comes from the volatile compounds in the cherries. |
Chemical Composition | Acidity/Alkalinity (pH) | Cherry puree may have a slightly acidic pH level due to the natural acidity of cherries. |
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