Thai Coconut-Lime Delight

Thai Coconut-Lime Delight

This recipe is a vegan Thai dessert made with coconut milk and young Thai coconut meat, flavored with lime juice and sweetened with agave syrup or maple syrup. It's a no-bake, easy-to-prepare dish that offers a tropical taste experience.

Time: Prep - 10 minutes; Cook - none; Total - 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Difficulty: Easy
Cuisine: Thai, Vegan

Allergens

None

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups full
  • fat coconut milk
  • 1 cup young Thai coconut meat, roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup lime juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1/3 cup agave syrup or maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • A pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  1. In a blender, combine coconut milk, coconut meat, lime juice, sweetener, vanilla, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  2. Divide the mixture evenly among two dessert glasses or bowls.
  3. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.

Chef’s Insight

Using young Thai coconut meat adds a unique texture and depth of flavor to this dessert, making it truly authentic.

Notes

Ensure you use full-fat coconut milk for a creamy texture.

Cultural or Historical Background

The combination of coconut and lime is a classic pairing in Thai cuisine, reflecting the tropical flavors of the country's coastal regions.