Bethany Lannon Posted May 6, 2013 Share Posted May 6, 2013 I opened a can of full fat coconut milk yesterday to use some for a recipe. I put the rest in a tupperware container and put it in the fridge, with intentions of it separating so I could use the cream off the top for my coffee. Apparently it doesn't separate once its been opened? Anyway, I'm an inherently cheap/frugal person and I do not want this coconut milk to go bad. I'm just wondering if anyone has any recipes, ideas, suggestions of how to use the remainder of the milk before it goes bad? Would it go well in an egg casserole muffin recipe (since a lot of those recipes call for regular dairy milk anyway)? Any other ideas? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirsteen Posted May 6, 2013 Share Posted May 6, 2013 Funnily enough, I've got exactly the same in my fridge and no it isn't separating either. I'm going to make chicken soup later today and add it to that with some mild thai curry paste and see what that's like. I just need to work put what veg would be best with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nadia B Posted May 6, 2013 Share Posted May 6, 2013 Kristen, this should work, I've done it before (Thai stew/soup kind of thing). If you have Aroy-D brand over there look for a white pack - coconut cream. No freezing overnight for separating needed and there is no leftover liquid after. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dellydel44 Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 I made some chia seed yogurt with coconut milk. You can freeze it and then make a whip cream with it for fruit. I love coconut milk and wish I could eat it with everything!! I hope you found a way to eat it, its not the cheapest thing to buy!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PamH Posted May 14, 2013 Share Posted May 14, 2013 I made butternut squash soup this week and used the rest of my jar (I store it in glass; I think it tastes better but I'm probably crazy) at the end after I pureed the squash/carrot/onion mixture. I put 2T in my crio bru each morning and use a small frother to emulsify. Yum. Make a vegetable curry! Very simple. I'd probably just saute up some veggies in ghee and add curry powder. "Toast" the powder by stirring around for a minute over the med heat and then add some coconut milk. Simmer for a bit to thicken and salt. Since I seem to be obsessed with cabbage these days, I'd use cabbage. I also use it to drizzle over my coconut 'pancake': 3 eggs and 1/4c coconut milk whisked together. If it is too thick I add coconut milk right to that mixture. Cook like a pancake in some ghee. It is savory enough to need something on top, so I used the coconut milk once as 'syrup'. I swear I was full until dinner! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1Maryann Posted May 14, 2013 Share Posted May 14, 2013 I hate waste, and I give every can of coconut milk a whirl in my Magic Bullet before using. It normally stays blended once I refrigerate it. I do not skim the cream off the top for my coffee, I pour the milk right in. Tastes fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suzgord Posted May 14, 2013 Share Posted May 14, 2013 Soup! Try the leftover in a coconut creamy tomato, roasted veggies, or butternut squash recipe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmyB Posted May 14, 2013 Share Posted May 14, 2013 I don't understand the concept of "leftover" coconut milk . But seriously, transfer it from the can to a Mason jar, and then give it a good shake each time you go to use a little. I have never had one linger long enough to find out how long before it goes bad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
30Canandaigua Posted May 14, 2013 Share Posted May 14, 2013 Slice up a few sweet potatoes thin, put in a pie plate. Mix some cinnamon with the coconut milk pour over the top... add a little water if needed. Sprinkle with some nuts &/or seeds. Bake until potatoes are cooked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bridget Posted May 14, 2013 Share Posted May 14, 2013 Great for making curry dishes, but I'm with AmyB ! Pour the stuff right into coffee- tastes great ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bethany Lannon Posted May 15, 2013 Author Share Posted May 15, 2013 My coconut milk never did go bad... I just used it for coffee. But now I'm wondering... There are lots of soup/stew recipes out there, I would imagine its safe to sub coconut milk in any recipe that calls for sour cream to make a creamy soup, but could I add a can of coconut milk to any soup/stew recipe to make it into a creamier soup? I pondered this as I was enjoying my chipotle chicken soup the other day... I thought it would make a great creamy soup as well and wondered about adding coconut milk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin Strathdee Posted May 15, 2013 Share Posted May 15, 2013 Bethany - you sure could! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bridget Posted May 15, 2013 Share Posted May 15, 2013 Definitely add to soup- I made a really yummy tomato soup and added some coconut milk- it was delicious ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsStick Posted May 15, 2013 Share Posted May 15, 2013 It's great in sweet potato mash too! 1/2 a cup or so... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pinkhandgrenade Posted August 6, 2013 Share Posted August 6, 2013 I drizzle a spoonful of it over berries. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
praxisproject Posted August 6, 2013 Share Posted August 6, 2013 If you're ever worried it'll go bad before you can use it, freeze it in icecube trays, you'll find something to use it for Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gapefive Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 You can use coconut milk for hair, it makes it really silky and soft. I either make a homemade mask (there a lot of recipes) or just add it to my regular conditioner or shampoo. Here's the article about the benefits of coconut milk for hair. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delaine Ross Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 I add some to my scrambled eggs to make them fluffier. You can pretty much add it to anything. Also, if a recipe calls for this almond milk, you could sub in coconut milk like I did with this delicious Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo dish last week (that we are still talking about:) http://paleoinpdx.com/2012/10/19/simple-supper-friday-chicken-broccoli-alfredo/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin Strathdee Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 You can use coconut milk for hair, it makes it really silky and soft. I either make a homemade mask (there a lot of recipes) or just add it to my regular conditioner or shampoo. I never thought about that! I use coconut oil (exclusively) for my post conditioning/heat defense/etc. but I never thought of using the milk as a conditioner! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paleopoledancer Posted September 16, 2013 Share Posted September 16, 2013 I make AMAZING coconut milk creamer that is whole30 compliant. And it stays fresh in your fridge for 7 days! 1 can of coconut milk (13.5oz) 2 tablespoons of coconut oil 1 egg Blend in a hand mixer so it gets all nice and think, foamy, and frothy! Adjust the recipe for the actual amount of coconut milk you have left over! I store mine in a jar and bring it to the office with me so I always have delicious creamer at work (and no temptations!!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sheba-kitty Posted September 16, 2013 Share Posted September 16, 2013 It seems to say good in my fridge for a week or so, but gets used in so many recipes as soon as I finish one can I seem to open another Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OrganicMom Posted September 27, 2013 Share Posted September 27, 2013 Add it to smoothies! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GFChris Posted September 27, 2013 Share Posted September 27, 2013 Add it to smoothies! This is a fine suggestion for after a Whole30. During a Whole30, smoothies are discouraged, sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeautifulMonster Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 I add some to my scrambled eggs to make them fluffier. You can pretty much add it to anything. Also, if a recipe calls for this almond milk, you could sub in coconut milk like I did with this delicious Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo dish last week (that we are still talking about:) http://paleoinpdx.com/2012/10/19/simple-supper-friday-chicken-broccoli-alfredo/ What did you substitute the butter with? More ghee? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amberino21 Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 What did you substitute the butter with? More ghee? ghee would be a fine substitute for the butter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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