Soseuttamalla

Soseuttamalla is a Finnish term meaning “by blending” or “by puréeing.” It describes a food preparation method in which solid ingredients are processed into a smooth, uniform texture, typically using a blender, food processor, or immersion blender. The process often starts with cooking or softening the ingredients and may involve adding liquid such as water, stock, milk, or yogurt to reach the desired consistency.

In cooking, soseuttamista is used to create purées of fruits and vegetables, soups, sauces, and baby foods. It is common in both home kitchens and professional settings for producing smooth textures, especially when whole pieces are not desired for the final dish. In medical and dietary contexts, soseuttamista is employed to prepare foods for people with swallowing difficulties (dysphagia) or dental issues, following texture-modification guidelines to ensure safety and adequate nutrition.

Common examples include soseutettu kasvissose (vegetable purée), hedelmäsose (fruit purée), and soseutettu keitto (puréed soup). The technique allows control over thickness and mouthfeel, with practitioners adjusting the amount of liquid and using additional thickeners as needed. Equipment ranges from simple hand blenders to full-sized food processors, and care is taken to avoid overheating during blending and to maintain food safety and consistency throughout preparation.