Latik (Fried Coconut Milk Curd)

Latik (Fried Coconut Milk Curd)

by Alexandra Willis 1 year ago
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20 minutes
141.6 kcal
6.1 g carbs
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Description

Latik is usually made from the first squeezing of freshly grated mature coconut. It is used as a topping for many Filipino desserts. For a shortcut, use canned coconut milk.

Ingredients
  • 2 cups freshly grated mature coconut
  • 2 cups warm water
Directions
  1. 1. Mix the grated coconut with the warm water in a large bowl. Scoop the coconut into a sheet of cheesecloth and squeeze over the bowl to express as much coconut juice as possible; repeat a few times until you feel you've gotten as much as you can from the coconut; strain into a non-stick skillet. Discard the coconut.
  2. 2. Bring the liquid to a boil and cook until the mixture is dry, about 20 minutes; it will curdle as it dries, leaving coconut oil and the solids, which are called 'latik.'
Nutrition Facts
serving: 4 servings
calories: 141.6 kcal
carbohydrates: 6.1 g
protein: 1.3 g
saturated fat: 11.9 g
sodium: 11.6 mg
fiber: 3.6 g
sugar: 2.5 g