Coconut Powder
Coconut PowderCoconut powder is made from dried and desiccated coconut and is such a handy ingredient to have in your dry goods store.It’s easily stored as it doesn’t need refrigeration and has a long life.
Creating a creamy texture when mixed with liquid, coconut powder is not just nutritional but also a tasty addition to your dishes. It’s health benefits include promoting a healthy heart and easing muscle fatigue.
It also has antibacterial and antiviral properties and is a great natural moisturiser. About 50gs of coconut powder is about the same as the milk from one coconut.
Dry Coconut
Dry CoconutDry coconuts are just that; dry. The milk within the coconut hardens as it matures and becomes the copra, or meat, of the coconut. After a coconut is first cracked the moisture content of the meat is roughly 50 percent and it contains around 30-40% oil. After being dried by heat or the sun, the moisture content dips down to 4 or 5% and the oil content jumps to 36-70%. The resulting Dry coconut is off-white to white in color with a mild coconut flavor.
Seasons/Availability
Dry coconut can be found year-round in tropical climates.
Current Facts
Coconuts are the fruit of the Cocos nucifera, or coconut palm. The kernel within the fibrous green husk holds the edible meat and refreshing milk of the coconut. Dry coconut is known as “Copra” in India and is made by removing the husk of the mature coconut and cracking open the kernel, exposing the meat and liquid within. The meat is then dried using either of two methods: dried out in the air and sun or hot air drying. In India, this is done using a heated tunnel; in the Philippines, a kiln-heated process is used.
Nutritional Value
Dry coconut is higher in saturated fat than dairy. It has no cholesterol and is very low in sodium. Dry coconut is high in manganese which researchers say is beneficial for healthy skin and bones and helps maintain good blood sugar levels.
Applications
Dry coconut can be cut into cubes, sliced or grated and added to a number of both savory and sweet dishes. In India, Dry coconut is used to make Khopra Pak a baked treat made with saffron and milk. Cut the copra away from the hard kernel and remove any remnants before using. Blend shredded Dry coconut with hot water, place pulp into a cheesecloth over a bowl and squeeze the liquid out for homemade coconut milk. Grated Dry coconut can be used as a garnish or added to cookie or cake recipes; add to curries or salads. Dry coconut has a longer shelf life than fresh coconut and can be bagged and refrigerated for up to six months.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Dry coconuts are commonly found in markets throughout India.
Geography/History
Cocos nucifera is native to tropical India and Southeast Asia and it also grows in South Africa and South America. Dry coconut is primarily exported from the Philippines, Malaysia, Mozambique and Papua New Guinea. Dry coconut is the source of coconut oil and is exported all over the world for use in making oil. Coconut oil was introduced in Europe in the 1860s as a source of edible fat during a shortage of dairy fats, they now import over half a million tons annually. Coconut oil came to the US in the 20th century.
Husked Coconut
Husked CoconutThe brown Husked coconut is rusty brown and covered with hairy brown fibers. The thick fibrous husk of the coconut encases an inner shell and holds liquid called coconut water.There are however, three different maturation points that tend to be available: the young coconut, the white coconut and the most mature of the three, the brown Husked coconut. Offering a distinct flavor all of its own.
Semi Husked Coconut
Semi Husked CoconutSemi Husked Coconut From India Odisha
Why people prefer semi husked coconuts is because they do not have much husk or fibre, so it is easy to peel them. It is effortless to break them as well for grating purpose. Ã?? Good semi husked coconuts will be filled with refreshingly sweet coconut water
Improve your endurance. Coconut meat contains large amounts of medium chain fatty acids (MCFAs), a type of saturated fat that is much easier for the human body to digest than animal fats. …
Give you better oral health. The MCFAs found in coconut meat also contain antimicrobial properties. …
Help you lose weight.
TENDER COCONUT
TENDER COCONUT1. Hydrates Naturally:
Tender coconut is a natural rehydrating drink that has no added chemicals or harmful ingredients. It is the best drink to choose any day. It is very effective in keeping you hydrated, especially during summers.
2. Resolves Stomach issues:
The best way to give your upset stomach some time to recover is by replacing your meal with tender coconut. Whether it is due to an infection, ulcer or indigestion, tender coconut can nourish your body and allow your stomach and intestine to recover.
3. Restores electrolytes:
Tender coconut water is rich in vitamins, minerals, and electrolytes. These help the body to restore the essential electrolytes. On a hot summer day, electrolytes are lost due to sweating and this makes you feel all drained out. Tender coconut helps you replenish them and make you feel more refreshed.
4. Regulates Bowel Movements:
Food in the body is digested and the undigested/unwanted ones are passed through bowels. In people who suffer from constipation, these accumulate in the intestine and are toxic. Tender coconut has soluble fiber which eases bowel movement. By consuming tender coconut regularly, one can regulate their bowel movements.
5. Increases blood circulation:
Tender coconut water has arginine which helps in increasing the blood circulation to all the internal organs of the body.
6. Prevents kidney stones:
Tender coconut is rich in potassium and hence helps keep the kidneys healthy. It acts as a diuretic to flush extra water out of the body and also prevents kidney stones.
7. General Health promoter:
Tender coconut water acts like a tonic. It has all the necessary nutrients to fulfill a person’s daily need. It is rich in vitamins and minerals. It can even be used to feed infants and is a great a source of nutrition.
8. Aids weight loss:
Tender coconut has no fat. It is a very low-calorie drink that can easily replace a meal. It can also be consumed before a meal to reduce binge eating among weight-watchers. It also helps in losing weight by removing excess water weight stored due to heavy sodium consumption.
9. Detoxing:
Tender coconut water has properties that remove mineral toxins from the blood. It also helps in eliminating toxins accumulated in the intestine due to poor digestion.
10. Anti-inflammatory:
Tender coconut water has great anti-inflammatory properties. It can reduce inflammation internally when consumed. It can also be externally applied on a summer boil or a rash to reduce inflammation.
Tender coconut is a boon for all of us. It carries great benefits for the human body and can be considered as an essential promoter of good health. This summer, replace your cool drinks and other aerated beverages with tender coconut. Also, drink natural ones instead of packaged options, as they contain added chemicals to increase shelf life. Go natural and stay healthy.