5 Sweet and Savory Coconut Recipes

August 20, 2011

The flavor of coconut makes me think of warm weather, vacation, and relaxation.  Here are five recipes that will transport you to the tropical paradise of your choice.  Some are sweet and some savory but all are pleasing to the palate.

Coconut Shrimp
This recipe uses unsweetened coconut flakes so that this dish has a stronger coconut flavor.

Coconut Curry Fish Kebabs
This spicy and sweet kebabs are served over a bed of quinoa for a healthy summer meal.

Coconut Tapioca Pudding
Creamy pudding is topped with a tart raspberries for a balanced treat.

Pina Colada Cupcakes
These cupcakes resemble the tropical cocktail with pineapple cake and coconut-rum frosting.

Coconut Milk and Honey Ice Pops
Even though summer is ending, the weather is still hot.  Make these refreshing 3 ingredient ice pops to help cool you down.

 

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DaSweetZpot makes the most outrageous LEMON WITH COCONUT jam ever... you can pour on top of gelatto or brush shrimp before BBQ... d-e-l-i-c-i-o-u-s no matter how you serve it