My daughter asked me to buy her coconut water, so I bought coconut milk, which apparently is another thing altogether.
She was most unimpressed! I assumed they were both the liquid inside a coconut, no?
No, I’m afraid your assumption was wrong. Coconut water seems to be the latest health hype of the moment.
No longer reserved for tropical holidays, coconut water is now taking up prime real estate in supermarkets. Coconut water is a thin, clear liquid found inside young coconuts, and is high in electrolytes.
The milk is a different story – it comes from the flesh of mature coconuts and is a thick, white liquid. It’s the creamy richness of the milk that makes it perfect for Indian and Thai dishes, as well as tropical smoothies and cocktails.
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