Latik Fried coconut milk curd recipe
Latik, strictly speaking, is a by-product of coconut milk that evaporated with the curd frying up. With its natural sweetness, it is usually used as a topping to many Filipino desserts such as Biko, Suman, and Maja Blanca.
Servings 4 people
Calories 33kcal
Cost $1
Ingredients
- 1 can Coconut Milk (400ml) or
- 2 cups fresh shredded mature Coconut
- 2 cups warm water
Instructions
- Mix the grated coconut with the warm water in a large bowl.
- Scoop the coconut into a sheet of cheesecloth and squeeze over the bowl to express as much coconut juice as possible then strain into a pan. Discard the coconut.
- Bring the liquid to a boil and cook until the mixture is dry, about 15 minutes
- When the texture turns gelatinous, lower the heat and continue stirring.
- It will curdle as it dries, continue stirring until brownish residues are formed which are called ‘latik.’
- This can be used right away to top your Filipino dessert or store it in the fridge for a few days.
Nutrition
Calories: 33kcal
