How do you use light coconut milk?

Table of Contents:

1. How do you use light coconut milk?
2. What is the difference between coconut milk and lite coconut milk?
3. Can you cook with light coconut milk?
4. Is lite coconut milk healthy?
5. What do you use canned coconut milk for?
6. Is coconut cream meant to be solid?

How do you use light coconut milk?

I usually use a lite can of coconut milk when I'm cooking things like curries, soups, and savory sauces, as well as when I use a dairy free milk in my baked goods. You can absolutely use a full fat coconut milk to add an even creamier texture to your dish – it's all up to you!

What is the difference between coconut milk and lite coconut milk?

Finally, there's also something out there called “lite coconut milk,” which is essentially the two-percent milk of coconut milk. It's pretty much the opposite of coconut cream—it has less fat than regular coconut milk, and tends to be more watery-looking in the can.

Can you cook with light coconut milk?

Coconut and ginger rice Cook rice in a 50/50 mix of light coconut milk and water. Add a dash of turmeric, a chunk of ginger and some kaffir lime leaves, if you have them. Bring to the boil, reduce heat to low then cover and cook until all liquid is absorbed. Serve with your favourite curry or grilled meat.

Is lite coconut milk healthy?

The not-so-good: It's very high in saturated fat—1 cup carries 0.

What do you use canned coconut milk for?

Use It to Replace Dairy in Creamy Sides Add rich, creamy texture and nuttiness to classic dishes like creamed spinach and mashed sweet potatoes using this non-dairy option. You can also mix it into rice to delicious effect—coconut rice is just about one of the most irresistible ways to use canned coconut milk.

Is coconut cream meant to be solid?

Because coconut oil solidifies into coconut cream at room temperature, canned coconut milk generally separates into two distinct layers: liquid water at the bottom and solid white cream at the top.