Can Refrigerated Coconut Milk Replace Canned Coconut Milk?

Question

I love using canned coconut milk in recipes but the stores say they can’t even order it because of shipping delays. Can I substitute coconut milk from the refrigerated section? (Califa farms, So delicious, blue diamond type brands – intended to be used in place of regular milk over cereal and everything else.) Thanks!!!

Lynn Clark · Accepted Answer

Hi Sonya - Canned coconut milk and the kind you find in the carton are technically not the same product. Although they both contain coconut milk, the boxed kind is meant to be used as a beverage and, therefore, contains more water. The canned kind has a higher fat-to-water ratio and, therefore, will produce thicker and more flavorful dishes. You can  make your own coconut milk, which is pretty easy. To make coconut milk from unsweetened shredded flakes, take 1 1/2 unsweetened coconut shreds/ flakes and 4 cups of warm water. Place in a blender and blend for 2 minutes. Strain using a cheese cloth in a clean container. Best, The Milk Street Team

Can Refrigerated Coconut Milk Replace Canned Coconut Milk?

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