Fresh coconut
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Ingredient Information

Name

Fresh coconut

Category

Frutas

Popularity

27 recipes

Status

Inactive

Description

Fresh coconut is the immature fruit of the coconut palm (Cocos nucifera), a tree native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia and widely dispersed throughout the tropics, including Latin America and the Caribbean. This ingredient is characterized by its green outer layer and its interior filled with sweet, clear water, along with a soft, gelatinous white meat that has not yet hardened, unlike mature coconut.

In cooking, fresh coconut is used both for its refreshing water and its pulp, which adds a sweet, delicate flavor and a juicy texture to both sweet and savory dishes, such as salads, desserts, smoothies, curries, and sauces.

Properties: Fresh coconut is hydrating and low in calories compared to dried or shredded coconut. It is rich in water, electrolytes (such as potassium and magnesium), fiber, and healthy fats in their lightest form. Furthermore, its fresh pulp contains B-complex vitamins and minerals that contribute to digestive and energy health.

In different Hispanic American countries, fresh coconut may also be known as "coco verde" or "coco tierno", terms that highlight its state of ripeness and freshness, distinguishing it from mature or dried coconut.

Nutritional Properties

9g
fiber
14mg
calcium
26mcg
folate
2.43mg
iron
356mg
potassium
6.23g
sugars
354
calories
32mg
magnesium
3.3g
proteins
3.3mg
vitamin c
33.5g
total fats
30g
saturated fats
15.2g
carbohydrates

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