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Coconut

Sweet and rich. Creamy as milk, grainy as desiccated coconut. Also called Nariyal, Thengai.

Preparing it

Do not boil coconut milk hard, as it can split.

Goes with

Lime, Curry leaves, Chilli

Season

Available all year, especially along the coasts.

Storage

Refrigerate opened coconut milk and use within 2 days.

Safety

Coconut is listed as an allergen in some countries. Check the label.

Nutrition

High in saturated fat. Demo note.

Tradition

Tender coconut water is a traditional drink in hot weather and after illness, taken to feel refreshed.

Blends with coconut

• Coastal Coconut Curry Base

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By the BhumiSutra kitchen team. Updated 25 October 2026. All products and figures on this prototype site are demonstration data.