Think about it; how many fruits are more versatile than the coconut?

Beyond the tasty “meat” of the coconut that so many of us love adding to our favorite main meals, appetizers, and desserts, coconut milk, coconut oil, and coconut water all have many culinary uses which have been celebrated for thousands of years around the world.

Below are 18 recipes which feature the delicious flavor of the coconut.

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Enjoy!

• Mango, Avocado, and Grilled Shrimp Salad With Peanut Dressing Recipe

• Sesame Coconut Cod in Asian Taco Shells Recipe

• Scallion Lime Shrimp Cakes Recipe

• Thai Coconut Curry Mussels Recipe

• Easy Ecuadorian Shrimp Ceviche Recipe

• Coconut Shrimp with Pineapple-Habanero Dip Recipe

• Crab and Coconut Risotto with Mango Recipes

• Salmon, Mango and Rice Casserole

• Royal Tilapia Fish Empanadas and Coconut Rice

• Baked Coconut Shrimp With Avocado Dressing Recipe

• Coconut Chipotle Mojo Shrimp With Pomegranate Relish Recipe

• Grilled Chocolate Banana Boats Recipe

• Alton Brown’s Gourmet Chocolate Truffles Recipe

• Grilled Rum Pineapple Topped With Ice Cream

• Coconut Flan Recipe from Coastal Columbia

• Pina Colada Blossoms Recipe

• Hawaiian Sesame Coconut Onion Rings Recipe

• Mulligatawny Indian Soup Recipe

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