Laxmi's Fresh Coconut Milk

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
1%
Laxmi's Fresh Coconut Milk
45 min.
8
142kcal

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Welcome to a delightful journey of flavor with Laxmi's Fresh Coconut Milk! This versatile beverage is not only a treat for your taste buds but also a wholesome addition to your culinary repertoire. Whether you're looking to enhance your smoothies, create a creamy base for soups, or simply enjoy a refreshing drink on its own, this homemade coconut milk is the perfect solution.

Made from just two simple ingredients—grated fresh coconut and water—this recipe is a celebration of natural flavors. The process is straightforward and rewarding, allowing you to experience the rich, creamy texture that only fresh coconut can provide. Plus, it's a fantastic option for those following a vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or dairy-free lifestyle, making it accessible for everyone.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves eight people, making it ideal for gatherings or meal prep. Each serving is not only delicious but also low in calories, with just 142 kcal per serving, allowing you to indulge without guilt. The caloric breakdown highlights its healthy fats, making it a nourishing choice for your diet.

So, gather your ingredients and equipment, and let’s dive into the world of homemade coconut milk. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • cups coconut or fresh grated
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • sieve
  • blender

Directions

  1. In a 2- to 2 1/2-quart saucepan bring water to a boil and add coconut. Cook coconut over moderately high heat 2 minutes and remove pan from heat.
  2. Let mixture stand, covered, 10 minutes. In a food processor or blender blend coconut mixture until very thick. In a fine sieve set over a bowl strain coconut mixture, pressing hard on solids. Working over bowl, squeeze small handfuls of solids to extract as much milk as possible. Coconut milk keeps, covered and chilled, 3 days or frozen in an airtight container 6 months.

Nutrition Facts

Calories142kcal
Protein3.55%
Fat80.27%
Carbs16.18%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.25
Glycemic Load
0.25
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
3.9521739087675%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:141.6kcal
7.08%
Fat:13.4g
20.62%
Saturated Fat:11.88g
74.25%
Carbohydrates:6.08g
2.03%
Net Carbohydrates:2.48g
0.9%
Sugar:2.49g
2.77%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:10.96mg
0.48%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.33g
2.66%
Manganese:0.6mg
30%
Fiber:3.6g
14.4%
Copper:0.18mg
9.17%
Selenium:4.04µg
5.77%
Iron:0.97mg
5.4%
Phosphorus:45.2mg
4.52%
Potassium:142.4mg
4.07%
Magnesium:13.39mg
3.35%
Zinc:0.45mg
2.97%
Folate:10.4µg
2.6%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.76%
Vitamin C:1.32mg
1.6%
Vitamin B5:0.12mg
1.2%
Vitamin B3:0.22mg
1.08%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.08%
Source:Epicurious