You can get approximately 1/2 to 2 cups of coconut milk from a single coconut, depending on the coconut's size and maturity. The amount varies considerably.
Factors Affecting Coconut Milk Yield
Several factors influence the amount of coconut milk you'll extract from a single coconut:
- Coconut Size and Maturity: Larger, riper coconuts generally yield more milk.
- Coconut Variety: Different coconut varieties have varying milk content.
- Extraction Method: The technique used to extract the milk impacts the yield.
Yield Estimates from Various Sources
Different sources provide slightly different yield estimates:
- Source 1: A large ripe coconut yields approximately 1/2 cup of undiluted coconut milk. [Source: thespruceeats.com, Jan 6, 2020]
- Source 2: One coconut provides about 1 1/2 to 2 cups of coconut milk. [Source: thepioneerwoman.com, May 17, 2018]
- Source 3: One whole coconut yields about 2 cups (500ml) of full-fat coconut milk. [Source: thegreedyvegan.com, Apr 12, 2015]
Practical Considerations
- When following recipes calling for coconut milk, always check the recipe's instructions to determine the appropriate number of coconuts needed.
- For consistent results, it's helpful to purchase coconuts from a reputable source that provides information about coconut size and maturity.
