Ingredients · Pantry
Coconut milk
Rich coconut extract for curries, marinades, and tropical sauces. Not the same as coconut water.
In the air fryer. Use in marinades and finishing sauces, not poured into the basket.
Nutrition
Typical values per 100ml canned
230kcal
- Protein
- 2g
- Fat
- 24g
- Carbs
- 6g
Approximate kitchen reference. Not a lab label. Brands and cuts vary.
Origin
Tropical coconut palm regions across Asia and the Pacific.
Herbal & culinary notes
High saturated fat. Culinary use in sensible amounts.
How to store
Unopened cans: pantry. Opened: fridge 3-4 days. Shake or stir separated fat.
Food safety
Discard cans that bulge or smell sour after opening.
Food hazards
Tree nut labeling varies. Coconut allergy is less common than peanut but possible.
Recipes using Coconut milk
Thai · 380°F · 10 min
Air Fryer Chicken Satay
Coconut-turmeric marinade and a fast peanut sauce. Skewers pick up grill-adjacent char in the basket.
Sri Lankan · 380°F · 20 min
Air Fryer Sri Lankan Black Pepper Chicken
Peppery roasted chicken with curry leaves and coconut notes. Bold Sri Lankan heat from the basket.