Dairy Alternatives

Author(s): Rupa Shah
Publisher: Circle Health

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Nuts & Seeds Milks
UTS & SEEDS MILKS
COCONUT MILK Coconut milk is easy to make and very tasty. It is used in many recipes including sweets and dairy free milkshakes. Freshly prepared coconut milk is far better than canned or tetra packed coconut milk.
Ingredients
Freshly Shredded Coconut (1 Cup) Warm Drinking Water (2 Cups)
Method
Take 1 cup shredded coconut and 3/4 cup of warm water. Blend for 2 minutes. Strain the thick coconut milk. This is the 1st extract. Keep this separate in a glass bottle. Add the coconut in the blender, add 3/4 cup water and blend for 2 minutes. Strain this mixture. This is the 2nd extract, which is slightly thinner than the first one. Repeat the process one more time, taking /2 cup water. The 3rd extract will be much thinner. The coconut milk is now ready for use.
Uses: Many sweet dishes, coconut curries, milk shakes, ice creams etc.
Nutritional Benefits Coconut milk helps prevent heart disease, contains anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties, and promotes weight maintenance. While coconut water is a natural
No. of Servings: 2 Cups Preparation Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: Not Required Fridge Life: 12 Hrs to 3 Days