What Is Coconut milk and How Can I Use It?

Coconut milk is easier to cook with than it looks. Here's how to choose, use, and store it, what to substitute, and 335 recipes to get you started.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 cup (226g)

Amount per Serving

Calories 445Calories from Fat 433

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 48.2g 74%

Saturated Fat 42.7g 214%

Trans Fat ~

Cholesterol 0mg 0%

Sodium 29mg 1%

Total Carbohydrate 6.4g 2%

Dietary Fiber ~

Sugars ~

Protein 4.6g

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 4%

Calcium 4% • Iron 41%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your caloric needs.

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Food group

Coconut milk is a member of the Nut and Seed Products US Department of Agriculture nutritional food group.

How much does coconut milk weigh?

Amount	Weight
1 cup	226 grams
1 tbsp	15 grams

Nut and Seed Products

Sesame seeds 663 Sunflower seeds 181 Almonds 1782 Almond paste 61 Cashew nuts 213 Water chestnuts 309 Coconut 947 Coconut, shredded, unsweetened (desiccated) 58 Coconut, shredded (desiccated) 158 Coconut cream 46

In Chinese:	椰奶
British (UK) term:
en français:	lait de coco
en español:	la leche de coco

Recipes using coconut milk

There are 335 recipes that contain this ingredient.

Grape & Spinach Smoothie

If you’re looking for a green smoothie recipe that’s nutritious and delicious then this is the one for you. It’s made with only 3 ingredients and the grapes give this healthy drink a real sweet taste, unlike other green smoothies that can sometimes taste quite bitter. It makes the perfect healthy breakfast or snack!

Mango Ice-Cream

Mango ice cream made without a machine, blending ripe mango and papaya with a whipped egg-yolk custard, thick cream, coconut milk and ground almonds, then frozen in a mould until scoopable.

Homemade Milk Rice with Coconut Stuffing

Milk Rice is a traditional specialty food item of Sri Lanka made for special occasions. Some Sri Lankans believe it is a lucky food. It is simple to make and very tasty.

Chicken Satay with Coconut Marinade

Chicken satay marinated in a fragrant coconut-turmeric paste with garlic, shallots, and cumin, then grilled on skewers until charred and juicy. Golden Southeast Asian skewers made for peanut sauce.

Kukul Mus Thakkali or Chicken & Tomato Curry

Kukul Mus Thakkali, a Sri Lankan chicken and tomato curry with coconut milk, lemongrass, curry leaves, fenugreek and cardamom. Marinated and simmered for rich, layered flavor.

Homemade Coconut Treacle (Pani) Hoppers

Coconut treacle pani hoppers, sweet Sri Lankan hoppers from a fermented rice-flour and coconut milk batter enriched with coconut treacle, cooked soft and spongy, then folded into a crescent. A treacly teatime treat.

Pumpkin & Coconut Cream Soup

Thai pumpkin and coconut cream soup blends shrimp, lemongrass, and chilies into a paste, then simmers cubed pumpkin in coconut milk with basil for a fragrant Southeast Asian first course.

Thai Lion's Head Meatballs

Ginger-spiked pork meatballs browned until golden, then simmered in curried coconut milk sauce and served on crisp lettuce with fresh basil and lemon zest. A Thai twist on the Chinese classic.

Creamy Chocolate Coconut-Milk Ice Cream

Rich, dairy-free chocolate ice cream made with full-fat coconut milk, cocoa powder, and vanilla. Vegan-friendly, deeply fudgy, and scoopable straight from the freezer.

Coconut Sorbet

A Desert which is simple to prepare and good to eat in summer!!!

Gulai Daun Singkong Tumbuk(Grilled Fish with Greens)

Indonesian grilled fish simmered in a fragrant coconut milk curry with turmeric, ginger, lemongrass, and fresh greens. A traditional Gulai recipe that brings bold Southeast Asian flavors to your table in 35 minutes.

Thai Curry Squash Soup

This delicious Thai curry soup is packed with goodness and great flavour. It warms you up instantly. Perfect for a cold winter supper when served with a bowl of rice.

Szechwan Curried Chicken

Seventh heaven of taste, aroma and sight. Thanks, I could try it.. thumb up!

Pumpkin Soup(Karen)

Vegan pumpkin soup with coconut milk and a hint of galangal for warming Southeast Asian flavor. Smooth, dairy-free, and high in fiber, this pureed soup is silky comfort in a bowl.

Seafood in Coconut, Ginger & Lemongrass Sauce

A delightful gourmet recipe brought to you by Real Food Direct

Maja Blanca

This sweet coconut pudding is a wonderful treat. The recipe gets its roots in the Philippines and is traditionally served on the holidays and special occasions. Coconut milk provides you with a healthy amount of Vitamins C, E, and B. It has minerals that will promote healthy teeth and the creation of red blood cells. Don’t be concerned about the condensed milk. As long as it is enjoyed in moderation you should be ok and unsweetened versions are available. Condensed milk does offer some health benefits like calcium, potassium, and Vitamin A. So go ahead and enjoy this recipe at your next special occasion.