10 Delicious Coconut Recipes

This versatile ingredient can star in dishes both savory and sweet. These recipes showcase its many forms: flakes, water, and milk.

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Tofu and Vegetable Curry With Rice

David Prince
Coconut milk makes this vegetarian stew extra hearty.

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Spinach, Grape, and Coconut Smoothie

Grant Cornett
Here is a delicious way to get greens into your breakfast.

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Curried Kale With Coconut

Christopher Baker
Toasted coconut chips add crunch and sweetness to this healthy side.

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Pineapple, Lime, and Coconut Spritzer

Danny Kim
Make a grown-up version of this refresher with a splash of rum.

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Coconut Bass Over Rice Noodles

Danny Kim
Don’t skip the squeeze of tart lime and a sprinkling of spicy chili, they round out this rich dish.

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Coconut Custard Pie

Paul Sirisalee
Only four ingredients go into the decadent, creamy filling of this standout dessert.

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Chili Shrimp and Coconut Risotto

James Baigrie
Using already cooked rice makes this risotto a quick 25-minute dinner.

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Red Curry Meatballs

Paul Sirisalee
Meatballs go beyond tomato sauce and spaghetti in this Thai-inspired dinner.

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Coconut Cupcakes

Charles Masters
Coconut milk adds tenderness to the cake and richness to the frosting.

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Coconut Chicken Soup With Chilies and Lime

Christopher Baker
You can poach the chicken for this soup up to two days in advance.

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