What does it mean when coconut is desiccated?

Desiccated coconut is coconut flesh or meat that has been flaked or shredded and dried.

Is desiccated coconut the same as dry coconut?

Desiccated coconut is finely ground coconut, rather than bigger strips. This is also usually drier than shredded coconut. Unlike coconut flour, though, desiccated coconut maintains the fat content – so they can’t be used interchangeably.

Is dessicated coconut and shredded coconut the same?

Desiccated coconut is ground, rather than shredded. The fine texture looks almost like a fresh snowfall. But don’t mistake desiccated coconut for coconut flour—it has more moisture and fat. Buy desiccated coconut here.

What can I substitute for desiccated coconut?

Recipes calling for shredded or desiccated coconut are often doing so to add texture as well as flavour. In these instance shredded or desiccated nuts or dried fruits will work well in most recipes. Ground almonds, crushed pistachios or pecans can be used instead of desiccated coconut.

How do you make coconut desiccated?

  1. Break the coconut and take half of coconut.
  2. Remove them from shell as pieces.
  3. Remove the outer dark skin from coconut.
  4. Transfer them to mixer.
  5. Grind to fine granules.
  6. Transfer to kadai.
  7. Dry roast the coconut in low flame without browning.
  8. Saute till stickiness and moisture is completely removed.

How does a desiccated coconut look like?

Desiccated coconut is crisp, snow white in colour and has a sweet pleasant and fresh taste of the nut. It is made from fresh coconuts which are harvested at just the right time to ensure the best flavor.

Can I use coconut flakes instead of desiccated coconut?

In most cases, shredded coconut will work as a substitution for desiccated coconut. Be sure to use unsweetened shredded coconut, unless the recipe calls for sweetened. You can also grind shredded coconut into a finer texture or dry it further if needed.

Can I use fresh coconut instead of desiccated coconut?

Yes, desiccated coconut can be / is used instead of fresh coconut. However, what desiccated coconut lacks is sweetness which is there in fresh coconut. For this one adds coconut milk powder or coconut cream (available in shops) to it.

Can you turn coconut flakes into desiccated coconut?

Desiccated coconut is fine, dry coconut flesh, while shredded coconut consists of thin strands of coconut flesh. You can grind shredded coconut in a coffee grinder to make desiccated coconut.

Where is desiccated coconut in the supermarket?

The baking aisle is where you should find shredded coconut. It will probably be where the nuts and chocolate chips are. Sometimes shredded coconut is in the natural food aisle, but you may also want to look in the bulk section of the store. Last place to check is the frozen aisle.

Can I turn shredded coconut into desiccated coconut?