Ginger Langley - Coconut Milk Recipes: 21 Quick & Easy Meals for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Dessert

Coconut Milk Recipes: 21 Quick & Easy Meals for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Dessert By Ginger Langley Copyright 2014 by Ginger Langley All rights reserved worldwide. Coconut Milk Recipes: Quick & Easy Meals for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Dessert All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced in any form or by any electronic or mechanical means, including information storage and retrieval systems, without permission in writing from the author, except in the case of brief quotations used in critical articles and reviews. Requests for permission should be addressed to the author. Printed in the United States of America First Printing: January 2014 Introduction I am so pleased to present you with my personal collection of coconut milk recipes that Ive been making and sharing with friends and family for the past five years. If a coconut milk recipe in this cookbook qualifies as containing all the ingredients on the list of allowed foods for those following a Paleo diet lifestyle, then after the recipes title, you will see the words (Paleo Approved).

I am aware that there are many variables of what is allowed and not allowed on the Paleo diet, depending upon whom you follow, read, and listen toso, this is my offering. Please use these recipes and make adjustments as it suits your lifestyle and the people for whom you prepare these meals. Even though I stick to a fairly strict healthy-eating lifestyle, I oftentimes prepare meals for people who are unfamiliar with any of the latest diets or recommended health products. In fact, many of my friends and family members may not have ever used coconut milk or coconut oil in their recipes. So, this little book is also intended to acquaint them with ingredient choices directed at better health. I love it when I bring a dish to a potluck or a gathering of people in our community and they rave at the food I bring and ask for the recipe.

I usually get a phone call by the end of the week with one person or another exclaiming that she had no idea that coconut milk and coconut oil were used in the recipe. Thats when I smile knowing that if they choose to make the recipe and share the meal with others, that they will improve their eating habits and health, even if its just one recipe at a time. If you like the recipes in this cookbook, let me know by writing a review on Amazon.com. I would be most grateful. Thank you. All my best, Ginger Langley Table of Contents How to Make Your Own Coconut Milk For those of you who wish to make your own coconut milk at home in your kitchen, Ive provided you with my personal recipe.

Although I generally buy brand name quality coconut milk from my local store or order it online, I like knowing that I can make this at home if I ever run out, or if its not available. Yield: 4 servings Ingredients: 4 cups of water 2 cups of shredded coconut 10 drops of vanilla extract 6 drops of stevia or if you prefer to use Agave, then add just enough to sweeten the milk. Directions: Start by warming up the water in a pan. Mix the shredded coconut in it once the water reaches a simmering temperature. Let the coconut soak in the water for two hours. Then add the vanilla extract and the stevia (or your chosen sweetener) to the pan.

Use a mixer to process the ingredients for five minutes. Strain the mixture into a jar with a lid by using a thick cloth or a fine mesh strainer bag to get rid of the shredded coconut. Then allow the milk to chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before using or serving. This safely keeps fresh in your refrigerator for up to 10 days. Coconut Milk Recipes for Breakfast This section of the cookbook includes coconut milk recipes that are suitable for breakfast. Of course, if youd prefer to have a breakfast meal for dinner, thats okay, too.

As noted in the Introduction to this book, if a coconut milk recipe qualifies as containing all the ingredients on the list of allowed foods for those following a Paleo diet lifestyle, then after the recipes title, you will see the words (Paleo Approved). Natural Nut Granola Cereal and Coconut Milk for Breakfast (Paleo Approved) Yield: 1 serving Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Total time: 30 minutes Ingredients: One cup of unsweetened grated coconut One cup of sunflower seeds One cup of pumpkin seeds Two cups of almonds One-half cup of raisins Two teaspoons of agave or local honey One free-range, organic egg white One-quarter cup of organic ghee (clarified butter) or unsalted butter if it suits your diet requirements. One teaspoon ground cinnamon Directions: Mix the grated coconut, nuts, seeds, and raisins in a food processor. Add the ghee, sweetener, egg white, and cinnamon before baking at 400F for 20 minutes on a cookie sheet. Remove from oven at the end of the baking time and allow the mixture to cool and come to room temperature. If preferred, this breakfast mix can be stored in an airtight container for up to two days.

Blackberry Coconut Milk Smoothie (Paleo Approved) Yield: 1 serving Prep time: 5 minutes Ingredients: One-half cup blueberries (fresh or thawed from frozen)
One cup coconut milk
Ice cubes Directions: In a blender, add all three ingredients and blend until the mixture reaches your desired consistency. Optional Nutrition Information: Calories: 107.4 Fat: 7.3g Carbohydrates: 9.2g Protein: 0.5g Coconut Milk Yogurt (Paleo Approved) Now you can make your own Paleo-friendly coconut milk yogurt. This yogurt is delicious and nutritive! I wanted to add this note about the fermented coconut water probiotic that is used in this recipe, in case you are not aware of the health benefits. Fermented coconut water is a tart beverage that is not only delicious, but sweet. It has natural probiotic benefits. Many health advocates believe that the fermented drink is responsible for curing cravings for sugar, while cleansing the liver, aiding digestion, as well as helping provide the endocrine system with energy.

Should you wish to use store-bought fermented coconut water probiotic in this recipe, you will quickly realize that its quite expensive to purchase online or from your local health food store. But, it is so simple to make, and it doesnt cost very much when you prepare it in your own kitchen. Maybe youll want to give it a try. Disclaimer: Because I dont own a personal recipe for fermenting coconut milk or creating a kefir starter, you can very easily find several recipes online that will assist you with making your own, if this is what you choose to do. Coconut Milk Yogurt (continued) Yield: 2 servings Prep time: 5 minutes Incubation time: 24 hours Ingredients: 14 ounces of full fat coconut milk 1 capsule of probiotic (you can also use a tablespoon of homemade fermented coconut water probiotic) Directions: Start by sterilizing a one-quart glass jar. Boil some water in a pan large enough to accommodate your jar.

Then place the jar in it for a minute. Let the jar cool off before you start preparing the yogurt. Pour the coconut milk in the glass jar and add the probiotic. Seal the glass jar and place it in the oven. Turn the oven light on but do not turn the oven on. Thats it. Thats it.

Enjoy! Coconut Milk Fruit Smoothies Yield: 1 serving Prep time: 5 minutes Ingredients: 1 cup coconut milk 2 cups frozen mixed berry medley 1 raw free-range egg (this is for extra protein, but if youre squeamish about eating raw eggs, then omit the egg) 1 spoonful of cashew or almond nut butter 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract Directions: Put all ingredients in your blender and process until the mixture reaches the consistency that you like. To thin out the smoothie, add more water or add several ice cubes. Pour into your favorite drink glass, mug, or thermal travel container. Keeps in the refrigerator for one day. Crustless Curry Quiche with Coconut Milk Yield: 2 servings Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 5 minutes Ingredients: Six eggs One-quarter of a medium red onion, diced fine One-quarter cup coconut milk Two cups fresh baby spinach leaves, chopped One tablespoon curry powder Two tablespoons low-sodium tomato paste One tablespoon coconut oil Pinch of sea salt. Directions: In a medium-sized frying pan, cook the onions over medium heat until they begin to caramelize.