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golden coconut curds in a bowl
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How to Make Latik

How to Make Latik is a quick tutorial to make coconut curds. Use on rice cakes and desserts for flavor and aroma.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: Filipino
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 198kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups coconut cream

Instructions

  • In a pan over medium heat, add coconut cream and bring to a boil. Cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid starts to thicken.
  • Lower heat and continue to cook. As oil starts to separate and solids begin to form, regularly stir and scrape sides and bottom of pan to prevent from burning. 
  • Continue to cook and stir until curds turn golden brown. 
  • Using a fine-mesh sieve, drain latik from the oil and store in an airtight container until ready to use.

Notes

  • You can use coconut milk instead of the first extraction but it will take longer to reduce as it has more water content and less concentrated.
  • To ensure even color and to prevent burnt spots, stir frequently when the cream begins to thicken. Use a non-stick pan to keep the coconut solids from sticking.
  • Drain the coconut curds from the hot oil immediately as they'll continue to cook and brown in the residual heat.

Nutrition

Calories: 198kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 195mg | Fiber: 1g | Vitamin C: 1.7mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 1.4mg