Goya Coconut Milk - Leche De Coco 13 oz

Goya Coconut milk is delicious and nutritious! Leche de coco, or coconut milk is extracted through a process of straining. The Coconut is picked fresh from the tree and then the rich, sweet coconut meat is harvested from the shell. The thick, creamy meat is then grated and steeped in water. The milk is produced by pulverizing the meat through a mesh like cheese cloth. The more times the pulp goes through this process, the thinner the consistency of the liquid you get. Goya Coconut milk is sweet and can be drank raw or used in recipes, especially dessert recipes. Goya Coconut milk is also not classified as a dairy milk and is a great alternative for those who are allergic to regular cows milk or simply do not like the flavor of it. Coconut milk has been proven to be healthy and helps to reduce mouth sores and ulcers by coating them. Coconut milk is also good for the gastro intestinal tract and has been shown to enhance and promote both brain and bone development. The fat in Goya Coconut milk is easily metabolized by the body so it is not as fattening as other milk products. Therefore it is also a good choice for the healthy weight watcher. Goya coconut milk is commonly called for in tropical cuisine dishes such as Thai or Asian specialties.