As I was boiling a pot of coconut milk and cinnamon on the stove yesterday, my son wandered into the room with his nose in the air, taking in deep breathes. “It smells like Jamaica, Mom” was his response, and he wasn’t far off. The warm, creamy, spicy coconut concoction brought back memories of our recent family vacation to the tropics and was hard to resist.
But Coconuts are more than just a fun treat on the beach; they are one of nature’s true superfoods! Referred to as the planet’s most nutritious food, coconuts are a source of fibre and protein. Plus coconut has the ability to fight infections, and protect us from heart disease, not to mention the benefits to our hair and skin!
Grace Foods, All Natural Coconut Products
So how can you conveniently include coconut into your everyday cooking? Grace Foods, all natural coconut products are processed to the highest organic and natural standards, and packaged for use in Canadian kitchens. They make it easy to introduce coconut to your everyday cooking with products such as:
Organic Virgin Coconut Oil – can be used for cooking, as well as applied to skin and hair.
Organic Coconut Flour – has double the fibre than whole grain flour and twice the amount of protein. Plus, it’s Gluten Free.
Organic Coconut Milk – Can be used in rice, curry dishes, desserts, soups and sauces!
Organic Coconut Sugar – a rich, unrefined natural sweetener with a slight hint of butterscotch and caramel. Can be substituted in recipes for brown sugar.
All Natural Coconut Chips – High in lauric acid, low in sugar and contains zero cholesterol. Makes a great snack on their own or use to top yogurt, ice cream and desserts.
Organic Coconut Vinegar – 100% natural fermented coconut water. Can be used in salad dressings, marinades and as a substitute for other vinegars and lemon juice.
Pure Coconut Water – Nature’s sports drink! With less sugar, calories, sodium and chemicals than commercial sports drinks, plus an excelled source of five essential electrolytes. Great for adding to smoothies!
Here’s a recipe that includes three different Grace Organic Coconut products to get you started!
Coconut Rice Pudding
Rice pudding is delicious served warm or chilled, depending on preference.
Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Serves: 6
Ingredients:
3 1/2 cups milk
1 can (400 mL) Grace Organic Coconut Milk
1 vanilla bean, split and scrapped
2 cinnamon sticks
1 star anise (optional)
1/4 tsp ground cardamom
Pinch salt
1 1⁄3 cups basmati rice
2/3 cup Grace Organic Coconut Sugar
1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
1/4 cup Grace Coconut Chips, toasted
Directions:
Combine milk, Grace Organic Coconut Milk, vanilla bean seeds, cinnamon stick, star anise and cardamom in a saucepan set over medium heat. Bring to a gentle boil and stir in rice.
Reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer, stirring frequently, for 30 to 35 minutes or until rice is tender and mixture has thickened. Discard cinnamon stick and star anise.
Remove from heat and stir in the sugar.
Divide evenly among 6 dessert bowls. Cool slightly or chill for at least 4 hours. Garnish with mango and Grace Coconut Chips before serving.
Tip: Substitute 1 tbsp vanilla extract for the vanilla bean. Stir in with Grace Organic Coconut Sugar.
Nutritionals (1/6th recipe) Calories: 246 Fat 10.5g Cholesterol 7 mg Sodium 102 mg Carbohydrates 31g Fibre 1.5 g Sugar 20 g Protein 7 g
If you’re a cooking nut, or a health nut, you’ll love Grace Coconut!
This recipe looks so delicious! I love that you topped it with fresh mango slices. I’ve seen a few of these items in the grocery store, especially Grace Coconut water. Its very popular. One item by Grace that I constantly have in my home is Grace Coconut Oil. Although I’ve never actually cooked with it, it is awesome for my hair. I just slather it on the ends and leave it for a few hours. It really helps with my split ends. I also use it on my face for added moisture, especially over the cold winter days and if my hands are bothering me-dry skin, I rub it all over my hands before bed and when I wake in the morning they feel a lot better.
Great tips! My neighbour told me she uses coconut oil on her hair and skin too, I’m going to have to try that!
I always add coconut oil to my bath water,it does wonders for your skin
That sounds delicious! I never thought of adding coconut.
Oh my I would love this,thanks
I love coconut oil for my skin
That rice pudding looks really yummy and I love anything with coconut in it! I am definitely going to have to try it out!
You’ll love the coconut chips, they are addicting!
I for one am a coconut fan and that recipe look delicious! Will definitely keep an eye out for Grace foods brand! Thanks for sharing the yummy! 🙂
We love rice pudding and this recipe looks great! I will definitely give it a try. Thanks for sharing.
mmm, I like the sound of that! I don’t use coconut in my cooking much, but I think I should start!
This is such a delicious recipe. I am loving Grace Foods, especially those Coconut Chips (I need to find more). I really like using coconut products in my cooking, and I’ll give this rice pudding a go next time around 😉
I loved those coconut chips too!
Rice pudding is my favourite! I love the rich creamy taste! I have never had it made with coconut milk but I’m sure that would add a delightful flavour!
I love rice pudding. It is such a comforting dessert. Yours sounds delish!
i loove rice pudding and coconut. i never thought of combining them, your recipe looks amazing!
I use their coconut oil for my hair and skin all the time!
I’ve heard it’s so good for that!