The creamy homemade coconut milk (easy recipe) is completely natural and made with only two ingredients.
Very fragrant and easy to make, it is excellent both as a refreshing drink and to have in the morning for breakfast. It is natural, with no added sugars or other ingredients and is lactose-free and gluten-free.
To make it, you need a good blender or a Bimby and in just a few seconds it’s ready.
I must be honest: since I got the Bimby I have a lot of fun preparing plant-based drinks because they take me so few minutes and they are really tasty.
There are juice extractors on the market and they can be mid/high priced, but with a good blender and a cheesecloth we can achieve the same result at home.
Another advantage not to be underestimated is sustainability, because we don’t produce cardboard waste and the leftover okara (the pulp/waste) can be used in yogurts, to make simple sweets and, since there are no added sugars, you can also use it in savory preparations.
Curious? I also leave the version without a Bimby and a few tricks to make your coconut milk really creamy and delicious.
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very affordable
- Preparation time: 3 Minutes
- Portions: 1 1/4 cups
- Cooking methods: No-cook
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup unsweetened shredded (grated) coconut (about 60 g)
- 1 1/4 cups water
Tools
- Cheesecloths for straining
- Food processor
Steps
Heat the water in the Bimby bowl for 3 min – 176°F – speed 1. Add the coconut and let it soak for 5 minutes, then blend 1 min – speed 10.
Strain with the cheesecloth or a fine-mesh sieve and pour into a clean, dry glass bottle with a cap. Store in the fridge.
Enjoy chilled or warm.
How to make coconut milk without a Bimby
Heat the water until it is very hot but not boiling.
Put the shredded coconut in a blender.
Pour the hot water over it and let it sit for 5 minutes.
Blend for about 1 minute at maximum speed.
Strain with a fine mesh sieve, a cheesecloth or a nut milk bag.
For a creamier milk, you can reduce the water to 1 cup (about 250 ml).
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Why use hot water?
Because hot water releases more intense coconut aromas.
Can it be sweetened?
Coconut is naturally sweet; this drink is meant to be consumed as a completely natural product. However, if desired, you can add a pitted date and let it soak together with the coconut before blending everything.
