When a recipe calls for either shredded or desiccated coconut, does it matter which one you use? We provide the differences ...

Shredded coconut adds texture and flavor ... Fresh coconut flesh is enjoyed as a snack or incorporated into dishes. Desiccated coconut, coconut milk, and coconut cream are commonly used in cooking ...

But so many recipes require coconut cream/milk, coconut oil, and shredded coconut ... the texture of desiccated coconut is nothing like that of the oil or cream. If it’s the flavour you don ...

Add the shredded cabbage, a generous pinch of salt ... fry the cabbage for around 5 minutes until cooked. Add the desiccated coconut and cook whilst stirring for a further 2–3 minutes or until ...