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Recipe: DIY Coconut Milk

This DIY coconut milk recipe is simple, natural, and perfect for your paleo lifestyle. Free from additives, it's a healthier alternative to store-bought options.
Prep Time4 hours 15 minutes
Total Time4 hours 15 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Basic, Paleo
Keyword: DIY Coconut Milk, Homemade Coconut Milk, Paleo Coconut Milk
Servings: 2 Serves
Calories: 180kcal
Cost: $4

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Cheesecloth or fine sieve
  • Airtight container

Ingredients

  • 1 cup coconut flakes
  • 4 cups distilled water

Instructions

  • Soak the Coconut Flakes: First, soak the coconut flakes for about four hours in the distilled water. This will soften the flakes and make them easier to blend.
  • Blend the Mixture: Once the flakes have gone mushy in the water, put them in your blender, and blend for a few minutes until you achieve a smooth and evenly mixed texture.
  • Strain the Mixture: Then, strain the mixture through a cheesecloth or a fine sieve. Using a cheesecloth is much easier on the washing-up than a sieve!
  • Store: Finally, store the coconut milk in an airtight container in the fridge and use within three days or so.

Notes

Oh - and the contents of the cheesecloth? Don’t waste it! You can use the leftover coconut pulp in your paleo baking!