10 Delicious Coconut Recipes

David Prince

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

1 of 10 David Prince

Tofu and Vegetable Curry With Rice

Coconut milk makes this vegetarian stew extra hearty.

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2 of 10 Grant Cornett

Spinach, Grape, and Coconut Smoothie

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

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3 of 10 Christopher Baker

Curried Kale With Coconut

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

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4 of 10 Danny Kim

Pineapple, Lime, and Coconut Spritzer

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

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5 of 10 Danny Kim

Coconut Bass Over Rice Noodles

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

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6 of 10 Paul Sirisalee

Coconut Custard Pie

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

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7 of 10 James Baigrie

Chili Shrimp and Coconut Risotto

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

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8 of 10 Paul Sirisalee

Red Curry Meatballs

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

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9 of 10 Charles Masters

Coconut Cupcakes

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

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10 of 10 Christopher Baker

Coconut Chicken Soup With Chilies and Lime

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

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