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Coconut milk
Also called coconut, coconut cream
What it is
Extracted coconut flesh in water. Full-fat cans behave better in curries.
Origin
Tropical coasts of the Indian and Pacific oceans.
Flavour
Sweet, rich, floral.
How to use it
Simmer, do not always boil hard or it may split. Shake the can.
Storage
Unopened pantry; leftover in the fridge a few days.
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What is Coconut milk?
Extracted coconut flesh in water. Full-fat cans behave better in curries.
How do I use Coconut milk?
Simmer, do not always boil hard or it may split. Shake the can.
How do I store Coconut milk?
Unopened pantry; leftover in the fridge a few days.
What does it taste like?
Sweet, rich, floral.
What allergens should I watch?
Milk. Check the packet in your kitchen.
Nutrition
Per 100g · estimate · USDA FoodData Central averages and equivalent published tables. Values are typical, not lab tests of your shopping bag.
Allergens: Milk
Recipes using it
Khao soi
ข้าวซอย
Northern Thai curry noodles — coconut broth, boiled noodles, fried noodles on top, pickle on the side.
55 minMedium🌶️🌶️
Moo ping
หมูปิ้ง
Street grilled pork skewers, coconut-sweet and a little smoky, eaten with sticky rice.
2 hr 32 minEasyNo chilli
Mango sticky rice
ข้าวเหนียวมะม่วง
Ripe mango, steamed sticky rice, salted coconut cream — a dessert that is only good when the fruit is.
4 hr 50 minEasyNo chilli
Halo-halo
Halo-halo
Shaved ice, evaporated milk, sweet beans and jellies — mix-mix, which is what the name says.
20 minEasyNo chilli
Vatapá
vatapá
A Bahian puree of bread, coconut, peanuts and dendê — thick, yellow-orange, and unfinished without the palm oil.
45 minMedium🌶️
Chocolate Coconut Squares
Chocolate Coconut Squares from Australia. Times were inferred from the source steps.
35 minMediumNo chilli
Anzac biscuits
Anzac biscuits from Australia. Times were inferred from the source steps.
20 minMediumNo chilli
Lamingtons
Lamingtons from Australia. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 45 minA bit of workNo chilli
Beef Rendang
Beef Rendang from Malaysia. Times were inferred from the source steps.
9 hr 41 minMediumNo chilli
Ayam Percik
Ayam Percik from Malaysia. Times were inferred from the source steps.
9 hr 45 minA bit of work🌶️
Brown Stew Chicken
Brown Stew Chicken from Jamaica. Times were inferred from the source steps.
55 minA bit of workNo chilli
Jamaican Sweet Potato Pudding
Jamaican Sweet Potato Pudding from Jamaica. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 50 minA bit of workNo chilli
Jamaican Cornmeal Porridge
Jamaican Cornmeal Porridge from Jamaica. Times were inferred from the source steps.
36 minMediumNo chilli
Jamaican Instant Pot Rice and Beans
Jamaican Instant Pot Rice and Beans from Jamaica. Times were inferred from the source steps.
55 minMediumNo chilli
Massaman Beef curry
Massaman Beef curry from Thailand. Times were inferred from the source steps.
2 hr 16 minA bit of work🌶️
Nanaimo Bars
Start by making the biscuit base. In a bowl, over a pan of simmering water, melt the butter with the sugar and cocoa powder, stirring occasionally until smooth. Whisk in the egg for 2 to 3 mins until the mixture has thic
2 hr 33 minA bit of workNo chilli
Panang chicken curry (kaeng panang gai)
Panang chicken curry
Panang chicken curry (kaeng panang gai) from Thailand. Times were inferred from the source steps.
20 minA bit of work🌶️
Red curry chicken kebabs
Red curry chicken kebabs from Thailand. Times were inferred from the source steps.
18 minMediumNo chilli
Red Peas Soup
Red Peas Soup from Jamaica. Times were inferred from the source steps.
14 hr 5 minA bit of workNo chilli
Seri muka kuih
Seri muka kuih from Malaysia. Times were inferred from the source steps.
2 hr 5 minMediumNo chilli
Thai coconut & veg broth
Thai coconut & veg broth from Thailand. Times were inferred from the source steps.
20 minA bit of workNo chilli
Thai green chicken soup
Thai green chicken soup from Thailand. Times were inferred from the source steps.
31 minA bit of workNo chilli
Thai Green Curry
Thai Green Curry from Thailand. Times were inferred from the source steps.
36 minMediumNo chilli
Thai prawn curry
Thai prawn curry from Thailand. Times were inferred from the source steps.
26 minMediumNo chilli
Tom kha gai
Tom kha gai from Thailand. Times were inferred from the source steps.
33 minA bit of work🌶️
Tom yum soup with prawns
Tom yum soup with prawns from Thailand. Times were inferred from the source steps.
35 minA bit of work🌶️
Jerk chicken with rice & peas
Jerk chicken with rice & peas from Jamaica. Times were inferred from the source steps.
10 hr 40 minA bit of work🌶️
Grilled eggplant with coconut milk
Grilled eggplant with coconut milk from Philippines. Times are typical for this kind of dish.
35 minEasyNo chilli
Thai curry noodle soup
Thai curry noodle soup from Thailand. Times were inferred from the source steps.
19 minMedium🌶️
Jamaican Rice and Peas
Jamaican Rice and Peas from Jamaica. Times were inferred from the source steps.
33 minMedium🌶️🌶️🌶️
Laksa King Prawn Noodles
Laksa King Prawn Noodles from Malaysia. Times were inferred from the source steps.
19 minMedium🌶️
Nasi lemak
Nasi lemak from Malaysia. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 14 minA bit of work🌶️
Vanilla alfajores
Vanilla alfajores from Uruguay. Times were inferred from the source steps.
8 hr 50 minMediumNo chilli
Thai pork & peanut curry
Thai pork & peanut curry from Thailand. Times were inferred from the source steps.
34 minMediumNo chilli
Bang bang prawn salad
Bang bang prawn salad from Vietnam. Times are typical for this kind of dish.
40 minMedium🌶️
Thai pumpkin soup
Thai pumpkin soup from Thailand. Times were inferred from the source steps.
56 minMedium🌶️
Alfajores
Alfajores from Argentina. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 25 minMediumNo chilli
Tall Skoleboller
Tall Skoleboller from Norway. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 20 minA bit of workNo chilli
Venezuelan Coconut Chicken
Venezuelan Coconut Chicken from Venezuela. Times were inferred from the source steps.
43 minA bit of workNo chilli
Authentic Laos Tapioca Pudding with Bananas
Authentic Laos Tapioca Pudding with Bananas from Laos. Times were inferred from the source steps.
56 minMediumNo chilli
Bajan Sweet Bread
Bajan Sweet Bread from Barbados. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 25 minMediumNo chilli
Prahok Ktis – Pork and Coconut Dip
Prahok Ktis – Pork and Coconut Dip from Cambodia. Times were inferred from the source steps.
54 minA bit of work🌶️
Coconut quindim
Coconut quindim from Brazil. Times were inferred from the source steps.
4 hr 50 minEasyNo chilli
Conch Stew
Conch Stew from Cayman Islands. Times were inferred from the source steps.
4 hr 15 minA bit of work🌶️
Laos Plantain Coconut Bake (Flourless Muffin)
Plantain Coconut Bake
Laos Plantain Coconut Bake (Flourless Muffin) from Laos. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hrEasyNo chilli
Brazilian chocolate truffles - brigadeiro
Brazilian chocolate truffles - brigadeiro from Brazil. Times were inferred from the source steps.
2 hr 25 minMediumNo chilli
Amok Trey – Cambodian Fish Curry
Amok Trey – Cambodian Fish Curry from Cambodia. Times were inferred from the source steps.
59 minMediumNo chilli
Bai Sach Chrouk – Grilled Pork with Rice
Bai Sach Chrouk – Grilled Pork with Rice from Cambodia. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 34 minA bit of workNo chilli
Rice and Beans
Rice and Beans from Cayman Islands. Times are typical for this kind of dish.
1 hr 5 minEasy🌶️🌶️🌶️
Bahia-style Moqueca prawn stew
Bahia-style Moqueca prawn stew from Brazil. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 28 minA bit of work🌶️
Num Ansom – Sticky Rice Cake
Num Ansom – Sticky Rice Cake from Cambodia. Times were inferred from the source steps.
2 hr 50 minA bit of workNo chilli
Meang Nem
Rinse the rice, soak in water for about 10 minutes, then drain well. Heat a wok or large skillet over medium heat. Add the rice and stir constantly until evenly dark golden brown and very fragrant, about 5 minutes. Trans
58 minA bit of work🌶️
Num E (Sticky Rice Balls in Sugar Syrup and Coconut Cream)
Num E
Num E (Sticky Rice Balls in Sugar Syrup and Coconut Cream) from Cambodia. Times are typical for this kind of dish.
30 minMediumNo chilli
Cassava Cake
Cassava Cake from Cayman Islands. Times were inferred from the source steps.
4 hrEasyNo chilli
Salt Beef and Beans
Salt Beef and Beans from Cayman Islands. Times were inferred from the source steps.
2 hr 30 minMedium🌶️🌶️🌶️
Samlar Kari – Khmer Red Curry
Samlar Kari – Khmer Red Curry from Cambodia. Times were inferred from the source steps.
56 minA bit of workNo chilli
Traditional Dutch rice tart (rijstevlaai)
Traditional Dutch rice tart
Traditional Dutch rice tart (rijstevlaai) from Netherlands. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 25 minA bit of workNo chilli
Corn on the cob with lime, green chilli and coconut butter
Corn on the cob with lime, green chilli and coconut butter from Antigua And Barbuda. Times are typical for this kind of dish.
1 hr 5 minMedium🌶️
Khmer Banh Xeo – Cambodian Savory Pancake
Khmer Banh Xeo – Cambodian Savory Pancake from Cambodia. Times were inferred from the source steps.
36 minMediumNo chilli
Coconut Natilla Recipe
Coconut Natilla Recipe from Colombia. Times were inferred from the source steps.
2 hr 30 minMediumNo chilli
Lao Naem Khao
Lao Naem Khao from Laos. Times are typical for this kind of dish.
35 minA bit of workNo chilli
Cambodian Waffles (Num Poum)
Waffles
Cambodian Waffles (Num Poum) from Cambodia. Times are typical for this kind of dish.
55 minEasyNo chilli
Dominica’s coconut rough cake
Dominica’s coconut rough cake from Dominica. Times were inferred from the source steps.
45 minMediumNo chilli