We normally think of coconut as sort of a garnish, or a sweet treat like in a Mounds candy bar, or on top of a German Chocolate Cake. But the island favorite is actually a savory ingredient for entrées. Try one of these recipes tonight to rediscover the joy of coconut:

Coconut Lime Chicken Soup, YumSugar

Greens with Coconut and Chiles, Epicurious

Coconut-Beef Stir-Fry, My Recipes

Coconut Chicken Bites, CD Kitchen

Sauteed Shrimp with Coconut and Mustard, Epicurious

Coconut Curried Pork, Snow Pea and Mango Stir-Fry, My Recipes

Enjoy!

--Whitney Teal

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