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)
Crab Meat Callaloo Soup
Crab Meat Callaloo Soup from the Recidemia collection
Curried Chickpeas Cauliflower and Spinach
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Curried Gazelle
This land-locked Central African country once thrived on its copper reserves, which are now dwindling. Farming methods are primitive, using bush-fallow cultivation methods, but the potential of agricultural expansion is promising.
Curried Vegetables
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Dagaa
Dagaa from the Recidemia collection
Daube de Banane
Daube de Banane from the Recidemia collection
Dawet
Deep-fried Bananas with Caramel Sauce
Use big bananas! If your bananas are too small or too mushy, they will burn.
Duckunoo
Duckunoo from the Recidemia collection
Elu Mus
Sri Lankan mutton curry
Exotic Fruit Sushi
Exotic Fruit Sushi from the Recidemia collection
Fa'alifu Fa'i
Fa'alifu Fa'i from the Recidemia collection
Fairy Almond Coconut Muffins
Always check the ingredients to make sure the product is vegan.
Faux Pina Colada
Faux Pina Colada from the Recidemia collection
Fish and Noodle Soup
Fish and Noodle Soup from the Recidemia collection
Fish Dumplings in Coconut Achiote Soup
Fish Dumplings in Coconut Achiote Soup from the Recidemia collection
Fragrant Coconut Rice
Makes enough for 4 people.
Frejon
Frejon from the Recidemia collection
Fresh Fish in Coconut Cream
Fresh Fish in Coconut Cream from the Recidemia collection
Galinha à Portuguêsa
Galinha à Portuguêsa from the Recidemia collection
Geri Riha
Geri Riha from the Recidemia collection
Ginataang Mais
corn and sweet rice cooked with coconut milk.
Gluten-free Cream of Chicken Soup
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Goa Seafood Curry
Goa Seafood Curry is a common recipe in the region of Goa, it has a great aroma.
Green Fish Curry with Coconut Milk and Bramley Apples
"Thai food is not really my bag; to cook that is, as I do like to eat it occasionally. I find it lighter and tastier than Chinese and more subtle than Indian food. This dish is perfect for a summer lunch or dinner served only with boiled basmati rice.
Guyanese Baked Coconut Custard
Guyanese Baked Coconut Custard from the Recidemia collection
Hawaiian Seafood Soup
This recipe yields 4 to 6 servings.
Huiy Barhi Riha
Maldivian spicy eggplant
Indonesian Shrimp Soup
What a taste treat — great with a sandwich for lunch if you're not in the mood to go whole hog into an Indonesian feast. And it's just as good, if not better with chicken and chicken stock. Serve hot to 4 people.
Jamaican Pumpkin-Coconut Soup
Very spicy and hot soup.
Kare Ikan
If you read this recipe and think that it is hot you might like to know that the original recipe uses 14 small red peppers! Add more if you like. I only taste the sauce of this, because I don't like liver, and think it is hot enough.
Kiri Buth
Milk rice
Kokis
Sri Lankan deep-fried rice flour egg
Kokosrijst
Kokosrijst from the Recidemia collection
Kokosrijst I
Kokosrijst I from the Recidemia collection
Kukulhu bis Riha
Kukulhu bis Riha from the Recidemia collection
Kukulhu Musanmaa
Kukulhu Musanmaa from the Recidemia collection
Lavender Margaritas
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Maalhoskeyly Kan'dhi
Maalhoskeyly Kan'dhi from the Recidemia collection
Madras Tomato-Coconut-Soup
Very good! Easy to make.
Malay Barbecued Game Hens with Sweet Spicy Li
Makes about 3½ cups or rempah
Malay Beef Rantang
The most simple recipe to make rendang, but it still taste delicious. You can use the same ingredients and directions to make Chicken rendang (enough for 1 whole Chicken).
Mango Rice Salad with Grilled Shrimp
Mango Rice Salad with Grilled Shrimp from the Recidemia collection
Mariscada
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Masi Samoa
Masi Samoa from the Recidemia collection
Mas Riha
Mas Riha from the Recidemia collection
Meat with Plantains
Meat with Plantains from the Recidemia collection
Mee Rebus
Mee Rebus A true marriage between Chinese and Malay kitchen.
Milkshake (Lactose-Free)
Makes 4 milkshakes Prep Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 10 minutes
Moh Let Saung
Moh Let Saung (coconut milk with sago) is the perfect dessert drink during a hot day.