How to keep opened coconut safely?
Once the coconut is opened , it is attracting fruit flies and other flies. Also, the white color changes to brownish, rendering it unusable.
Is there any way we can "save" an opened coconut. I do not have a refrigerator yet, so techniques that don't involve a fridge are appreciated.
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I would suggest just put some plastic foil around it, so the bugs aren't on it. And don't put it in direct sunlight. Since you have no fridge, maybe search for a 'cooler' place (cellar, cabinet, a place where the sun never comes etc.) to put it.
I myself take out all the meat of the coconut, put plastic foil around it and put it in the fridge. That way, it's good for a couple of days.
Do you have a freezer? You can also put some in there. It will be good for longer than a couple of days (up to a couple of months if you preserved it well). I have no idea how it turns out afterwards. I'm guessing it will be a bit less 'juicy'.
Another way to preserve it, is to dry the coconut. But this will of course damage the flavour.
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How do you store an opened coconut in the refrigerator? Seal it in an airtight container and put it in the refrigerator or freezer. It should last for 2-3 weeks in the fridge and 6-8 months in the freezer.How do you keep coconut fresh after opening?
Once the coconut has been cracked, place the fresh coconut pieces into a plastic container or zip lock bag. You can use either shredded fresh coconut or chunks of fresh coconut meat. Seal the container tightly. Place the container into the refrigerator.Can opened coconut be kept in fridge?
For dried (shredded) coconut, it is best kept in an airtight container in the fridge once opened. A jar with a re-sealable lid works perfect to keep coconut fresh and handy.How long can you keep coconut once opened?
Keep in mind that signs of decay may appear much earlier, even after a week. Once you open it, you need to immediately use the meat and store the leftovers in the fridge. That way, you can keep the fresh coconut for 6 to 8 months in your fridge container.How do you preserve an open coconut without a refrigerator?
I would suggest just put some plastic foil around it, so the bugs aren't on it. And don't put it in direct sunlight. Since you have no fridge, maybe search for a 'cooler' place (cellar, cabinet, a place where the sun never comes etc.) to put it.The Safe, Simple, and Easy Way To Open A Young Coconut
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Answer 2
Whole Foods sometimes sells opened coconut. What they do is they break a hole on the top of the shell but leave the thin layer of meat unbroken. They also wrap the semi-opened coconut with plastic foil completely and place it in shallow ice water. Basically you can break the thin layer of meat with a straw/spoon/you finger and enjoy the water. It says on the package the good-through date is 7 days refrigerated so likely you will only be able to store it for 3-4 days without a fridge.
Sometime I pour the water out of the coconut into a plastic bottle and tighten the cap. It will last for at least a day.
Answer 3
Cutting the coconut pieces and put it in the cup of water and for an hour dispose the water and pour new water into that
Answer 4
Try this...
Fill the opened coconut with salt ...
Salt should preserve it..You can use it max for a week..
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