Desserts To Chutney- 10 Coconut-Based Dishes You Must Try

By Nikita Toppo

Coconut is an essential part of Indian cooking. From desserts to curries, it is used in cooking a variety of dishes. Here are top ten coconut dishes you must try.

Coconut Rice

This South Indian dish is prepared by soaking rice in coconut milk or cooking with coconut flakes.

Coconut Ladoo

This traditional Indian dessert is soft, creamy and mouth-melting. Coconut ladoo is specially made on festive occasions.

Coconut Chutney

Made with coconut pulp, chillies and tamarind, this chutney goes well with most of the South Indian dishes.

Coconut Curry

This rich and flavourful curry is made with a combination of vegetable and coconut. Lady finger to soya chunks, a variety of veggies can be made with this curry.

Avial

Avial is a thick stew that is made by combining a variety of vegetables with coconut and curry leaves.

Coconut Kheer

This luxurious dessert is made with rice, coconut, milk and lots of dry fruits.

Puttu

This South Indian dish is made of steamed cylinders of ground rice layered with coconut shavings along with sweet or savoury fillings.

Brinji Rice

Popular in Tamil Nadu, this dish is prepared with rice, vegetables and coconut milk.

Coconut Chicken Curry

This delicious non-vegetarian curry is made by simmering chicken in fresh ground spices and coconut milk.

Coconut Ice Cream

This mouth-watering ice cream made with coconut, cream and vanilla extract is perfect for summer and monsoon parties.