ORGANIC Coconut Milk

Organic Coconut Milk adds a touch of the exotic to everyday dishes. Only organically grown coconuts are used in the tins of this Sri Lankan speciality - and there are no preservatives.

Creamy coconut milk is made from the pressed flesh of the coconut. It typically has a fruity, nutty aroma and an exotic flavour. Coconut milk is not the liquid inside the fruit. This is the coconut water, which tastes slightly sweet. It is clear, whereas coconut milk is white to slightly greyish.

The coconut

The coconut palm is also known as the “Tree of Life”. It belongs to the palm family. In the tropics, it is the most important crop. Almost all parts of the plant are used. The harvested coconut, the basis for our organic coconut milk and our Naturland Fair coconut oil, scores highly in terms of nutritional value. Although coconut fat and coconut milk contain many saturated fatty acids, the majority of these consist of medium-chain fatty acids, known as MCTs (middle chain triglycerides). One of these medium-chain fatty acids is lauric acid. It is valuable for adults and children and is an important component of breast milk. Coconut milk has a fat content of around 20 percent.

Coconut partner project “Serendipol” in Sri Lanka

Since the beginning in 2006, we have been supporting the Naturland Fair certified partner project Serendipol in Sri Lanka. The project supports small farmers in the ecological management of their coconut farms in the Kuliapitiya area. Over the years, more than 1,300 small farmers have joined the project and cultivate an area of more than 8,000 hectares. In the region, also known as the Coconut Triangle, fair payment and organic farming create good conditions for sustainable development. In addition to coconut palms, the many organic plantations also grow other crops for daily subsistence. This contributes to the fact that organic farming can be sustainable in many areas of life under these tropical climatic conditions. For the local people, this means secure jobs in coconut processing and thus improved living conditions and opportunities for future generations. Serendipol is an important development factor in this rural region and provides important impetus when it comes to promoting employment and education, medical care and community development.

Monkey Free Statement - monkey-free coconut harvesting

We guarantee that no monkeys are used to harvest the coconuts for our Naturland Fair organic coconut milk. An animal-free coconut harvest is a prerequisite for our choice of supplier. The organic coconuts are harvested by men who are fully trained for this work. The coconuts are harvested with long poles equipped with a sickle. In some cases the palm trees are climbed by trained workers and the fruit is cut off with a knife. We also guarantee that animal testing is never used in the development and production of our natural cosmetics.

The Naturland Fair seal

The Naturland Fair label identifies products that meet our organic and fair trade standards. In addition to classic fair trade products such as coffee and chocolate, this also includes products such as milk and bread. Fair producer prices and reliable trade relations give producers in the South and in our country the security they need to invest in the future.

Cool opened coconut milk

Organic coconut milk contains a very small amount of the stabiliser guar gum. It should be shaken well before opening. The manufacturer recommends that once opened, coconut milk should be decanted, stored in the refrigerator and used within two days.

Coconut milk is a versatile ingredient that gives a creamy consistency and a touch of the exotic. It is used in cuisines around the world. The coconut speciality gives curries a creamy and mild coconut flavour. It adds a delicate flavour to hearty soups such as sweet potato soup, carrot and ginger soup or cream of pumpkin soup. Coconut milk also enhances savoury dishes such as Tom Kha Gai. When marinating, the milk adds a juicy coconut flavour.

Coconut milk can also be used as an ingredient in desserts such as puddings, waffles, crepes, cakes, ice cream and smoothies. It can be added to cocktails and even coffee drinks such as 'coconut latte'.

Coconut milk can be used as a substitute for water or milk when cooking rice to give it a mild coconut flavour. It can also be used to replace milk or cream in vegan and lactose-free recipes.