Frutos Secos

Dried shredded coconut

Dried shredded coconut
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Ingredient Information

Name

Dried shredded coconut

Category

Frutos Secos

Popularity

17 recipes

Status

Inactive

Description

Dried shredded coconut is the dehydrated and finely shredded pulp of the coconut, commonly used in baking and various culinary preparations to provide flavor, texture, and a tropical aroma. This ingredient is obtained from the mesocarp of the fruit of the coconut palm (Cocos nucifera), which is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, although it is now widely cultivated in Latin America, the Caribbean, Africa, and other warm regions.

Dried shredded coconut is highly valued for its sweet and characteristic flavor that enhances both desserts and savory dishes. Furthermore, it is a good source of dietary fiber and contains healthy fats, primarily medium-chain saturated fatty acids, which can provide quick energy. It also provides small amounts of minerals such as manganese, copper, and iron.

In different Latin American countries, dried shredded coconut may be known by various names, including: dried grated coconut, shredded coconut, or simply dried coconut. However, it always refers to the dehydrated coconut pulp in the form of small strands or granules, ready to be used in recipes such as cakes, cookies, fillings, toppings, and exotic dishes.

Nutritional Properties

16.3g
fiber
64.5g
fat
20mg
sodium
14mg
calcium
26mcg
folate
2.4mg
iron
356mg
potassium
660
calories
23.7g
carbohydrates
0mcg
lycopene
90mg
magnesium
6.9g
proteins
3.3mg
vitamin c

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