How to Use coconut milk in a Sentence

coconut milk

noun
  • Remove from heat and whisk in coconut milk and peanut butter.
    Meredith Deeds Special To The Star Tribune, Star Tribune, 30 Sep. 2020
  • Toss in a couple of fresh chiles for an undertone of heat boosted by the fat from the coconut milk.
    Kristen Hartke, Washington Post, 14 Sep. 2020
  • His latest shrimp dish is mixed with coconut milk, basil, passion fruit, and the key ingredient, lime juice.
    Sarah Blaskovich, Dallas News, 14 Sep. 2020
  • Add the coconut milk and beef and bring to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally.
    Washington Post, 14 Oct. 2020
  • In a medium bowl, whisk eggs, coconut milk vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and honey.
    Alex Darus, cleveland, 1 Oct. 2020
  • Puerto Rican, Dominican and Cuban recipes often call for coconut milk as one of the trio.
    Washington Post, 28 Sep. 2020
  • Then Amy’s Drive Thru opened with milkshakes made from almond and coconut milk and gluten-free pizzas with vegan cheese.
    Justin Phillips, SFChronicle.com, 25 Sep. 2020
  • This vegetarian dish takes its cue from one of her favorite Saigon street snacks of sea snails sauteed in a mixture of lemongrass, garlic and coconut milk.
    Betty Hallock, Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2024
  • That’s because some facilities that make coconut milk also manufacture tree nuts.
    Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 12 July 2024
  • Whisk together 4 tablespoons coconut milk, coconut extract, and vanilla extract in a bowl.
    Charlyne Mattox, Country Living, 30 Sep. 2020
  • Stir in the coconut milk, cumin, chile powder, garam masala, sugar, cinnamon and the remaining 1 teaspoon of salt and cook until the sauce is thick and bubbling.
    Washington Post, 25 Oct. 2020
  • Sohla El-Waylly pointed out that pureéd soups, like this simple one with coconut milk, take greens far, especially those that might be on the verge of wilting.
    Alex Beggs, Bon Appétit, 29 Sep. 2020
  • The cafe serves coffee classics but also boasts unique flavors, such as the signature Island Latte — a mix of coconut milk and pandan.
    Brandi Addison, Dallas News, 23 Sep. 2020
  • Add the stock, coconut milk and curry paste and bring to a boil.
    Tamar Haspel, Washington Post, 11 Jan. 2023
  • Even the caramel is plant-based, made from coconut milk.
    Claudia Alarcón, Forbes, 5 Apr. 2021
  • Step 3 Stir in the rice, coconut milk, and ¼ cup water.
    Sarah Thompson, Saveur, 3 Jan. 2024
  • Watch the pros chop up the jackfruit on the spot before bathing it in rich coconut milk.
    Dan Q. Dao, Chron, 6 Sep. 2022
  • Here, coconut milk, chia seeds and a touch of maple syrup are used to make the chia pudding.
    Good Housekeeping, 31 Jan. 2023
  • Stir in the black beans, coconut milk and water or broth.
    Washington Post, 13 Jan. 2022
  • Maude Tub Kit No. 1 The tub kit® features soak bath salts in scent no. 1, and the coconut milk bath.
    India Espy-Jones, Essence, 30 Aug. 2023
  • Add the coconut milk, lemon juice, sugar and flaky salt.
    Arkansas Online, 26 May 2021
  • And the best part is the sauce, a simple reduction of coconut milk that is used to deglaze the pan.
    Tribune News Service, cleveland, 12 Apr. 2021
  • The frosty halo on top is frozen coconut milk and lime juice.
    Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 1 Mar. 2024
  • Add the coconut milk and salt, increase the heat to medium-high and return to a boil.
    Ellie Krieger, Washington Post, 13 Apr. 2023
  • In a 2-quart saucepan, combine the chicken broth and coconut milk and bring to a boil over high heat.
    Dallas News, 28 Dec. 2020
  • Warm coconut milk jar in warm water and shake it to break up lumps.
    Cathy Jakicic, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 4 May 2021
  • Place rice, coconut milk and water in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer.
    Tribune News Service, cleveland, 19 Apr. 2021
  • The creamy not-too-sweet matcha Frappe is made with coconut milk and white chocolate.
    Linda Bladholm, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2024
  • And no matter what, save room for the coconut milk ice cream with mango, and sticky rice.
    Dana McMahan, The Courier-Journal, 30 Aug. 2022
  • Uncover and stir in the coconut milk; reduce the heat to low and cook for 1 minute, then remove from the heat.
    Bonnie S. Benwick, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024

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