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Salanova® Lettuces
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Pinkglow™ Pineapple
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Description/Taste
Young coconuts, also known as ma-prao orn, are encased with a uniquely shaped ivory shell. The Young coconut is harvested directly from the tree before it has time to age and drop like the more mature white and brown husked coconuts. Inside is a refreshing juice and a soft jelly-like meat. This white coconut meat offers a sweet flavor that is soft enough to be eaten with a spoon.
Seasons/Availability
Young coconuts are available year-round.
Nutritional Value
Young coconuts provide a source of calcium, carbohydrates, a trace of iron and dietary fiber. The water in this coconut is very high in electrolytes. One average coconut contains about 140 calories. Saturated fat is present in coconut meat, a rarity for fruits and vegetables.
Applications
Young coconuts are especially ideal for making desserts. They can be used to flavor a variety of baked goods, ice cream, pies, sorbets and beverages. Flavor frosting for cakes and cookies. Make a colorful sweet topping for baked goods and confections. The fresh coconut water can be slightly frozen where the juice will turn to ice and can be eaten like a sorbet. Blend coconut water and flesh to make a smoothie or a base for soups. For flavor variation, add avocado, dates, figs, carob powder or maple syrup. To store, always refrigerate.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
In India, coconut meat is said to be especially beneficial for pregnant women and new mothers. In Sanskrit, this palm tree is called, "kalpa vriksha", meaning the "tree which provides all the necessities of life". In Brazil, the word "coco" refers to the fruit of all the varieties of the coconut palm. In Bahia, the coconut is considered one of the region's holy trinity of ingredients, joining malagueta pepper and palm oil. In Thailand, the coconut is the country’s most important crop and the Thais use every part of the coconut tree – from using the green husk for fertilizer, to shaping the hard shells into bowls, spoons and ladles, and even using old dried-out coconuts for floats to teach young children to swim.
Geography/History
In the Philippines, "buko" is the term for "young coconut". These coconuts are harvested before they reach maturity and the grated buko is soaked in the water of the Young coconut to make a special buko juice. Another unusual coconut is the macapuno that grows in the Philippines. The cavity is not filled with the usual liquid but rather is full of a gelatinous flesh that is also eaten with a spoon. Called Nam Hom, Thailand is a major producer and exporter.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Harvest Kitchen | Vista CA | 619-709-0938 |
| La Costa Resort & Spa Main Kitchen | Carlsbad CA | 760-930-7063 |
| Saffron Thai LLC | San Diego CA | 619-574-7737 |
| Shakespeare's Corner Shoppe & Afternoon Tea | San Diego CA | 619-683-2748 |
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Young Coconut. One
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easiest, three is harder.| The Fruit Maven |
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Young Coconut Orange Julius |
| My Darling Vegan |
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Raw Coconut Lime Tart |
| Healthy Blender Recipes |
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Raw Coconut Milk |
| Unconventional Baker |
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Paleo & Raw Vegan Caramel Pudding |
| Jun Blog |
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Buko Pie |
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Central market of Athens Greece 🇬🇷
Athinagoras LTD
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceCentral market of Athens G-43 00302104830298 About 408 days ago, 12/15/20 Sharer's comments : White young coconuts 🥥 
Central market of Athens Greece 🇬🇷
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceAbout 527 days ago, 8/18/20 Sharer's comments : Coconuts young 🌴 
Whole Foods Market
Whole Foods Market - South Lake Union
Near Seattle, Washington, United States2210 Westlake Ave Seattle WA 98121 206-621-9700 About 635 days ago, 5/02/20 Sharer's comments : Trimmed organic coconut ready to drink and eat :) 
Central market of Athens Greece 🇬🇷
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceAbout 639 days ago, 4/28/20 Sharer's comments : Young coconut 🥥 and Nick the Greek! 
Pecks Farm Market
A Mart
Near Shorewood Hills, Wisconsin, United States694 S Whitney Way Madison WI 53711 608-709-1329 About 698 days ago, 2/29/20 |
