Guest guest Posted April 1, 2007 Report Share Posted April 1, 2007 JJ, The only use I have heard of for them is as fire starters. I'm told (but haven't tried it) that they burn really well, but fast. Nick Hein Morgantown, WV (RawSeattle Expatriate) - graywitchrn Saturday, March 31, 2007 8:36 PM coconuts I have come to really enjoy the raw coconut, however I wonder what I should do with the husky shell after drinking the water and eating the coconut, I thought about using them to plant flowers in but I only need so many pots, do the compost? do you dry them and use them fire fuel for the campfire. I even thought of chopping them up in the vitamix for compist, but I'm thinking they would dull the blades, oh well maybe I'll take up juggling with them (JJ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 1, 2007 Report Share Posted April 1, 2007 That's a good question. I was just sitting here trying to figure out what I'll be doing with mine. Art projects for the kids? All of what you listed are good ideas. I especially like the flower pot idea. I bet they would compost too. -------------- Original message -------------- " graywitchrn " <runestar I have come to really enjoy the raw coconut, however I wonder what I should do with the husky shell after drinking the water and eating the coconut, I thought about using them to plant flowers in but I only need so many pots, do the compost? do you dry them and use them fire fuel for the campfire. I even thought of chopping them up in the vitamix for compist, but I'm thinking they would dull the blades, oh well maybe I'll take up juggling with them (JJ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 2, 2007 Report Share Posted April 2, 2007 The coconut husk is particularly resistant to rotting, and is being used to replace peat moss in potting soil because it takes even longer to rot than peat moss. So likely the shell is rot resistant too. Also it seems like the sharp edges of shattered shell would be like crushed rock in a garden, which doesn't sound so good. Likely the shell makes good dense coals like bark chunks do, but needs a fire of wood to help get it burning. As a side note, generally the better activated carbon water filters use coconut shell charcoal, so in any garden application requiring charcoal, the coconut shell charcoal should be particularly effective. May your day be filled with clarity, grace, progress, and warm laughter, Roger - " graywitchrn " <runestar Saturday, March 31, 2007 4:36 PM coconuts > I have come to really enjoy the raw coconut, however I wonder what I > should do with the husky shell after drinking the water and eating the > coconut, I thought about using them to plant flowers in but I only > need so many pots, do the compost? do you dry them and use them fire > fuel for the campfire. I even thought of chopping them up in the > vitamix for compist, but I'm thinking they would dull the blades, oh > well maybe I'll take up juggling with them (JJ) > > > > Visit the Seattle Raw Foods Community: http://.org > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 2, 2007 Report Share Posted April 2, 2007 Tanya, I bought a slightly damaged cleaver for $10 at a kitchen store. You position the coco on its side, then with a well placed blow you hack into the top. Then, with both hands you apply pressure to the cleaver and push it all the way through. It takes only seconds. If you Google “opening young coconuts” you will find detailed instructions with photos. Mark _____ On Behalf Of tanya.gunby Sunday, April 01, 2007 10:58 PM Coconuts Ok, we made the coconut a family project. Or, mother-daughter project. I drained a mature coconut of it's water and then sawed the top of with a hacksaw. Then I took my husbands drill and my daughter and I took turns drilling out the white coconut fruit. Sure, there's an easier way. I just don't know what way that is. And using a hacksaw and a drill is a great way to reduce stress. I also drained and de-fruited a young coconut. Since the outside layer is soft, I have it in the dehydrator to see what happens. I need 3 more mature coconuts to make drinking utensils out of them for the girls. The 13 year old had that " look " on her face. You know the look! " Like, OMIGAWD! " But you KNOW she's going to be using that baby every day for something. I'm going to drill a hole in the bottom of a hollow young coconut and make a planter. Just wait till Halloween... Tanya -- Version: 7.5.446 / Virus Database: 268.18.24/742 - Release 4/1/2007 8:49 PM -- Version: 7.5.446 / Virus Database: 268.18.24/742 - Release 4/1/2007 8:49 PM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 5, 2007 Report Share Posted April 5, 2007 [For some reason did not post this message from several days ago, so I am re-sending it. Jeff] Here is a web page I did a few (?) years ago on opening mature coconuts. It offers an easier method for opening the coconut and also refers to sawing for saving the coconuts for crafts. I also share my method for removing the " meat " : www.thenaughtyvegan.com/coconut.htm Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 30, 2007 Report Share Posted April 30, 2007 Does anyone know of a place that sells coconut meat (not shredded)?? I have a few recipes that I want to try but I think I will seriously injure myself if I take a cleaver to a coconut. Tracey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 30, 2007 Report Share Posted April 30, 2007 my best guess would be an Indian/Pakistani market. check the freezer dept. in a large supermarket, too. Tracey Ward <traceymosko wrote: Does anyone know of a place that sells coconut meat (not shredded)?? I have a few recipes that I want to try but I think I will seriously injure myself if I take a cleaver to a coconut. Recent Activity 42 New Members 63 New Files Visit Your Group Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 30, 2007 Report Share Posted April 30, 2007 yes, indeed which is why you should never cleaver a coconut!!! LOL! Anyway...take an icepick, poke a hole in one of the " eyes " and drain the water (yes, water, that is not coconut milk) then take a hammer and tap the side til it cracks then you can pull it apart...yes, born and raised in Florida...chilled coconut meat is a great snack to take to the beach...YUM! Stephanie Ahhh...imagining that irresistible " new car " smell? Check outnew cars at Autos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 30, 2007 Report Share Posted April 30, 2007 Thanks for the info, Stephanie. How do you get coconut milk? Katie Stephanie Scott <stargazerlily72 wrote: yes, indeed which is why you should never cleaver a coconut!!! LOL! Anyway...take an icepick, poke a hole in one of the " eyes " and drain the water (yes, water, that is not coconut milk) then take a hammer and tap the side til it cracks then you can pull it apart...yes, born and raised in Florida...chilled coconut meat is a great snack to take to the beach...YUM! Stephanie Ahhh...imagining that irresistible " new car " smell? Check outnew cars at Autos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 30, 2007 Report Share Posted April 30, 2007 No need for a cleaver Tracey. Use a hammer. Hold the coconut in the palm of one hand and bring the hammer down against it sharply. It will start to crack and the water will spill out. The water should smell fresh, not funky or sour. Then follow the crack around with the hammer and the coconut will split into two. I take my hammer to the grocery store & whack the coconuts open there because so many are bad. hth, Peace, Diane , " Tracey Ward " <traceymosko wrote: > > Does anyone know of a place that sells coconut meat (not shredded)?? I > have a few recipes that I want to try but I think I will seriously > injure myself if I take a cleaver to a coconut. > > Tracey > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 30, 2007 Report Share Posted April 30, 2007 Coconut milk comes from fresh shredded coconut. Take your fresh shredded coconut and mix with a little warm water. Squeeze handfuls of the coconut and set aside, leaving only the milk in the bowl. You can squeeze again, even 3 times if you have a really meaty, very finely shredded coconut. Peace, Diane , Katie M <cozycate wrote: > > Thanks for the info, Stephanie. How do you get coconut milk? > Katie > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 30, 2007 Report Share Posted April 30, 2007 Thanks. Katie strayfeather1 <otherbox2001 wrote: Coconut milk comes from fresh shredded coconut. Take your fresh shredded coconut and mix with a little warm water. Squeeze handfuls of the coconut and set aside, leaving only the milk in the bowl. You can squeeze again, even 3 times if you have a really meaty, very finely shredded coconut. Peace, Diane , Katie M <cozycate wrote: > > Thanks for the info, Stephanie. How do you get coconut milk? > Katie > > Ahhh...imagining that irresistible " new car " smell? Check outnew cars at Autos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 30, 2007 Report Share Posted April 30, 2007 What about the liquid in the middle of the coconut, Diane? Marilyn Daub mcdaub Vanceburg, KY My Cats Knead Me!! - strayfeather1 Monday, April 30, 2007 11:27 PM Re:Coconuts Coconut milk comes from fresh shredded coconut. Take your fresh shredded coconut and mix with a little warm water. Squeeze handfuls of the coconut and set aside, leaving only the milk in the bowl. You can squeeze again, even 3 times if you have a really meaty, very finely shredded coconut. Peace, Diane , Katie M <cozycate wrote: > > Thanks for the info, Stephanie. How do you get coconut milk? > Katie > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 1, 2007 Report Share Posted May 1, 2007 Here are the " official " dfinitions...coconut WATER is the natural juice found inside the coconut, as opposed to coconut milk, which is made by boiling equal amounts of WATER and shredded coconut together until foamy, then straining, or coconut cream, which is made in the same manner with a ratio of four parts of shredded coconut to one part WATER. Milk can also be used in place of the WATER for a richer mix. These products are also available online and in many grocery stores, but are not to be confused with sweetened cream of coconut, which is most often used for mixed drinks. Stephanie , Katie M <cozycate wrote: > > Thanks for the info, Stephanie. How do you get coconut milk? > Katie > > Stephanie Scott <stargazerlily72 wrote: > yes, indeed which is why you should never cleaver a coconut!!! LOL! Anyway...take an icepick, poke a hole in one of the " eyes " and drain the water (yes, water, that is not coconut milk) then take a hammer and tap the side til it cracks then you can pull it apart...yes, born and raised in Florida...chilled coconut meat is a great snack to take to the beach...YUM! > Stephanie > > > Ahhh...imagining that irresistible " new car " smell? > Check outnew cars at Autos. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 1, 2007 Report Share Posted May 1, 2007 You're welcome Diane , Katie M <cozycate wrote: > > Thanks. > Katie > > strayfeather1 <otherbox2001 wrote: > Coconut milk comes from fresh shredded coconut. Take your fresh > shredded coconut and mix with a little warm water. Squeeze handfuls > of the coconut and set aside, leaving only the milk in the bowl. You > can squeeze again, even 3 times if you have a really meaty, very > finely shredded coconut. > Peace, > Diane > > - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 1, 2007 Report Share Posted May 1, 2007 That's water Marilyn & very yummy to drink. I've seen it in cans like soda pop in Asian stores & delis. We used to get young coconuts to drink when I lived in Sri Lanka. They sell them on the side of the road & when you buy one, they just whack the top off & cut a tiny hole and hand you the whole thing & you drink it Clean 'water' bottled by nature - perfect. Peace, Diane , " Marilyn Daub " <mcdaub wrote: > > What about the liquid in the middle of the coconut, Diane? > > Marilyn Daub > mcdaub > Vanceburg, KY > My Cats Knead Me!! > - > strayfeather1 > > Monday, April 30, 2007 11:27 PM > Re:Coconuts > > > Coconut milk comes from fresh shredded coconut. Take your fresh > shredded coconut and mix with a little warm water. Squeeze handfuls > of the coconut and set aside, leaving only the milk in the bowl. You > can squeeze again, even 3 times if you have a really meaty, very > finely shredded coconut. > Peace, > Diane > > > , Katie M <cozycate@> wrote: > > > > Thanks for the info, Stephanie. How do you get coconut milk? > > Katie > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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