coconut milk
Rich in medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) and healthy fats; provides calories, iron, and manganese. Naturally free of cholesterol and commonly used in dairy-free and vegan cooking.
About
Coconut milk is a creamy white liquid extracted from the grated flesh of mature coconut (Cocos nucifera) kernels, native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia and the Pacific. The milk is produced by steeping shredded coconut meat in hot water and pressing the mixture to release the opaque, fatty liquid rich in coconut oils. It is distinct from coconut water, the clear liquid found inside young coconuts. Coconut milk varies in richness and consistency depending on the extraction method and number of pressings; the first pressing yields thicker, more fatty milk (often called "cream"), while subsequent pressings produce thinner, more dilute versions. The ingredient has a mild, subtly sweet coconut flavor and creamy, velvety texture.
Culinary Uses
Coconut milk is a fundamental ingredient in Southeast Asian, South Asian, and Caribbean cuisines, used to create both savory and sweet dishes. It forms the aromatic base for Thai curries (green, red, and yellow), Filipino adobos, Indian coconut fish curries, and Vietnamese soups. The ingredient enriches rice dishes, adds body to soups and stews, and serves as a key component in desserts and beverages such as Thai mango sticky rice and coconut-based beverages. Coconut milk is valued for its ability to balance spices, add richness without overpowering other flavors, and create silky sauce textures. In baking, it substitutes for dairy cream and milk in vegan applications.
Recipes Using coconut milk (176)
Almond Joy Icecream
This is a creamy coconut ice cream, with chocolate and nuts (like my favorite candy bar)! I like a lot!
Arroz de Coco
Arroz de Coco from the Recidemia collection
Arroz de Coco e Papaia
Rice, papaya, and coconut milk might seem like an odd combination. The mixture is, however, a delicious one.
Ayam Panggang Berlada
Ayam Panggang Berlada from the Recidemia collection
Bahamian Lamb Curry
Bahamian Lamb Curry from the Recidemia collection
Bakari Riha
Bakari Riha from the Recidemia collection
Banana Shwe Gye Cake
Banana Shwe Gye Cake from the Recidemia collection
Bananas in a Rich Coconut Sauce
Bananas in a Rich coconut Sauce is a dessert that can be served with ice cream.
Ban'bukeylu Bon'dibaiy
Ban'bukeylu Bon'dibaiy from the Recidemia collection
Bangkok Noodles
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Bangkok Rice and Shrimp Salad
Makes 6 servings.
Barbecued Chicken with Sweet Vinegar Sauce
This is the first Thai-style dish I ever attempted to make, after I 'discovered' how delicious Thai food is. This recipe is easy enough (for the beginner that I was 10 years ago) and the ingredients not too difficult to find.
Bashi Riha
Bashi Riha from the Recidemia collection
Basic Lemon Grass Curry Sauce
Basic Lemon Grass Curry Sauce from the Recidemia collection
Batidos
Batidos from the Recidemia collection
Bebinca de Leite
Coconut pudding
Beef Fillet in Coconut
Beef Fillet in Coconut from the Recidemia collection
Blue-Coconut Jolofe Rice
Blue-Coconut Jolofe Rice from the Recidemia collection
Blue Draws
Bobó de Camarao
Brazilian Cuisine
Bonchi
Sri Lankan curried beans
Bua Loi Phuak
Bua Loi Phuak Taro balls in coconut cream. A scrumptious Thai dessert that I can't resist, I first tried this in my favorite Thai restaurant. It never gets old!
Calabaza Soup
Exotic Vegetables from Fruit and Veggies Matter's Vegetable of the Month by the US Centers for Disease Control Prevention—original source of recipe Serves: 6 Each serving equals 1/2 cup fruit or vegetables.
Callaloo
Serve as a soup or accompanied with rice and boiled ground provisions.
Callaloo à la Ilka
Callaloo à la Ilka from the Recidemia collection
Callaloo Soup
This remarkable, bright green soup features callaloo (taro leaves or dasheen), but spinach is an excellent substitute.
Camarones con Coco
Coconut shrimp.
Caribbean Curried Beef
You can also substitute stew Beef and then simmer for about 90 minutes, until the Beef is tender.
Caribbean Shrimp in Lime Sauce, Flambeed with Rum
Recipe from Spring/99 issue of Gusto Magazine, donated by Daniel et Daniel Catering, Toronto. I prepared this dish for a "Caribbean Theme", birthday barbeque for 20 guests, by adjusting the recipe, times 5. It worked very well, and was a popular dish.
Cassava Sweet
cassava Sweet is a snack that can be served with a cup of tea.
Cat's Banana Colada
Cat's Banana Colada from the Recidemia collection
Cauliflower and Coconut Milk Curry
This is my favourite vegetarian curry. It's a simple one and quickly cooked. The taste is aromatic without being strongly spicy.
Chaing Mai Steaks
Chaing Mai Steaks from the Recidemia collection
Chana Saag Aloo
.From veganmania.com
Chi Chi Dango
Contributed by [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/catsrecipes/ Catsrecipes Y-Group]
Coconut and Tuna Ceviche with Avocado and Corn Nuts
Coconut and Tuna Ceviche with Avocado and Corn Nuts from the Recidemia collection
Coconut Bean Soup
coconut Bean Soup
Coconut Bread I
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Coconut-Caramel Custard
This recipe takes about 50 minutes to cook.
Coconut Chicken
On a recent trip to the Caribbean I was impressed by all the roadside Barbecue stops that spring up on weekends, where you can buy, very cheaply, a portion of chicken, usually in a good, if rather sticky barbecue sauce, to take away and eat on a wonderful beach somewhere!
Coconut Crusted Baked Cod
– Servings: 5.3 Serving size: 3 ounces Yield: 16 ounces
Coconut Curried Chickpeas
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Coconut Curried Tilapia
Coconut Curried Tilapia from the Recidemia collection
Coconut Curried Tofu with Green Jasmine Rice
Always check the ingredients to make sure the product is vegan.
Coconut Fish Curry
Recipe by Hooked on Heat
Coconut Ice Cream
Coconut Ice Cream from the Recidemia collection
Coconut Rice I
Coconut Rice I from the Recidemia collection
Coconut Rice II
Contributed by [http://Groups.Yahoo.Com/Group/World_Recipes/ World Recipes Y-Group] * Serves 4
Cold Carrot Soup
Cold Carrot Soup from the Recidemia collection
Collard Greens with Coconut Milk
This recipe came from an estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Lyle Estate in Hurst, Texas in 1984.