What to make with coconut

These toasted coconut flakes are a crunchy, caramelized snack made from fresh coconut. They are a popular snack in Nigeria.

Nothing else needed

Appam, a fermented rice pancake, is a speciality of the South Indian coastal state of Kerala. It is especially popular among the Christian communities of that state.

Also needs: rice

This recipe is adapted from the public domain cookbook Mrs. Beeton's Book of Household Management.

Also needs: eggs

Coconut pyramids are cakes simple enough for children to make, and gluten free.

Also needs: eggs

Barfi is a Pakistani and Indian confection popular all over Pakistan and India, and often a part of festivals. The recipe included here is for coconut barfi.

Also needs: butter

Nigerian coconut candy is widespread on the streets of Lagos and Benin. It is chewy and yummy, and most travelers look to buy the candy either for themselves or as gift.

Also needs: powdered sugar

Idiyappam (rice noodles) is a South Indian food, usually served for breakfast.

Also needs: rice flour, butter

Atropellado de coco is a traditional Yucatecan dessert, containing coconut and sweet potato.

Also needs: sweet potato, cinnamon

Also needs: eggs, vanilla

Baingan bartha is an eggplant (aubergine) dish much loved all over India. This southern version of the dish is very different from northern varieties, and well suited to the cuisine of the region.

Also needs: eggplant, chile peppers, cilantro

Coconut chutney is served as an accompaniment to many South Indian dishes, such as dosa and idli. This recipe is a North Indian variant.

Also needs: chile peppers, garlic, cilantro

Pachadi is a type of condiment.

Also needs: mango, chile peppers, mustard

Pachadi is a very popular dish from the Kerala region of India. It's quick to prepare and a very tasty accompaniment to a main course of rice or roti.

Also needs: cucumber, cumin, mustard seed, chile peppers

Sylheti rice pudding also known as kir shinni in the Sylhet region, is a delectable rice-based dessert that holds a special place in Sylheti cuisine.

Also needs: rice, cardamom, raisins, butter

Chocolate Macaroons are a type of cookie which are made without baking.

Also needs: butter, milk, vanilla, cocoa powder, oats

A chokladboll (literally meaning chocolate ball) is a traditional Swedish pastry often eaten with coffee during fika.

Also needs: oats, cocoa powder, vanilla, butter, coffee

Adobo chicken is the most indigenous in the Philippines. It has evolved over the centuries to prepare foods that won't spoil easily in a tropical climate.

Also needs: chicken, vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, bay leaves

Also needs: shrimp, rum, cayenne pepper, paprika, lemon

A delicious square recipe with a tropical flavor.

Also needs: flour, butter, baking powder, eggs, pineapple, lemon

Also needs: flour, oats, brown sugar, butter, corn syrup, baking soda

Basbousa is a delightful Middle Eastern dessert that is known for its rich and moist texture. Made with semolina, coconut, and sweet syrup, this cake is a popular treat enjoyed across many cultures.

Also needs: semolina, butter, yogurt, baking powder, vanilla, lemon

This eggy, sweet pie is easy to make—it forms its own crust as it cooks! Delicious for dessert or a sweet breakfast.

Also needs: milk, flour, baking powder, butter, eggs, vanilla

High-protein pancakes are a great way to start the day. They are perfect for bodybuilders, athletes, or even regular people seeking to a high-protein diet.

Also needs: oats, vanilla, baking powder, cinnamon, bananas, eggs, milk

Om ali is a traditional Egyptian dessert.

Also needs: puff pastry, walnuts, pecans, hazelnuts, raisins, milk, cream

Also needs: milk, butter, vanilla, eggs, cornstarch, lemon, bananas

This popular and tasty dessert recipe is from the original contributor's grandmother.

Also needs: eggs, flour, vanilla, milk, coconut milk, cornstarch, rum

Also needs: coconut milk, soy sauce, sesame oil, red pepper flakes, ginger, white fish, mint

__notoc__ This recipe, adapted from the New York Times, comes together relatively quickly. The ingredients can be prepared in advance to save time, picking up at the first steps of the procedure.

Also needs: honey, flour, turmeric, chicken, asparagus, vinegar, lime

A delicious muffin recipe that makes an excellent breakfast.

Also needs: oats, buttermilk, eggs, butter, flour, baking powder, baking soda, brown sugar

Also needs: cardamom, coriander, cinnamon, cumin, bay leaves, garlic, onion, chicken, raisins, sour cream, almonds