If you're a fan of cooking with coconut milk, you know there are times when you want to thicken it up a bit ... While it doesn't contain starch, it is super-absorbent, which is perfect for soaking up ...
If you're dairy-intolerant, coconut milk and cream are an excellent alternative to cows' milk in some cooked dishes (provided you like its quite strong coconut flavour).
And perhaps one of the biggest unsung heroes in Southeast Asian cooking is coconut milk. The nutty yet floral liquid can, of course, be used in tropical cocktails and desserts, but it plays a ...