Fruit · Fresh

Coconuts

Also called fresh coconut, mature coconut, brown coconut, nariyal

Mature brown coconut whose white flesh is grated fresh for South Indian chutneys, curries and thorans, or pressed for milk.

VeganVegetarianGluten-freeDairy-free

What can replace it

  • T2 · GoodCreamed coconut

    Smooth, no fresh texture; good for ground coconut pastes and curries. (use 0.5× the amount)

  • T3 · In a pinchCoconut flakes

    Dry and often toasted; soak in warm water first. (use 0.75× the amount)

  • T3 · In a pinchCoconut milk

    Liquid, no texture; reduce other liquid.

  • T3 · In a pinchYoung coconut

    Softer, thinner, jelly-like flesh; mostly water.

Cook with Coconuts