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Preparation
10 minutes
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Processing
10 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Coconut heart is a fairly familiar food to the people of Ben Tre in particular and the Mekong Delta in general. Today, TasteVN will share with you the recipe for the delicious and simple pickled coconut heart dish that you will crave for. Let’s get cooking to immediately make this pickled dish!
Ingredients for Pickled Coconut Heart Serves 4
Coconut heart 1 kg Vinegar 400 ml Sugar 200 gr Salt A little
What is coconut heart?
Coconut heart is found when peeling off the fibrous layer outside the top of the coconut tree; it is the part that has a pyramid shape, resembling a staircase, with a white, tender exterior and the sweetest taste in the coconut tree.
How to choose fresh and delicious coconut heart
- Choose young coconut hearts that are moderately sized and feel firm in hand. The inner core should be bright white, fresh, and not dry.
- Avoid choosing coconut hearts that are too big and old, as they will be tough when eaten.
See details: How to choose fresh coconut heart
How to Prepare Pickled Coconut Heart
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Prepare the coconut heart
Thinly slice the coconut heart, then place it in a bowl of diluted salt water and soak for about 20 minutes, then rinse thoroughly and let it drain.
How to prepare the coconut heart so it stays white and does not turn brown
- Method 1: Soak the coconut heart in a mixture of diluted salt and diluted lemon juice to keep it white and prevent browning.
- Method 2: Soak the coconut heart in diluted vinegar, which can help keep the coconut heart white and crispy without browning.
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Final product
The coconut heart is white without browning, with a crunchy texture and a sweet and sour taste that is easy to eat.
The sweet and sour soaked coconut heart can be eaten directly or used in various stir-fried dishes, salads that are incredibly delicious!
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Pickled coconut heart is really simple to make, right? Hurry up and get into the kitchen to make it for the whole family to enjoy. TasteVN wishes you success!
