Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)
Counts 6 of 7 ingredients — the other 1 aren't in our nutrition table and contribute nothing above, so the real totals are higher.
What these numbers assume — 6 portions →
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Coconut | 1/2 cup shredded (40g) | 283 |
| Milk | 1 cup (244ml) whole | 149 |
| Gelatin | 1 envelope (7g) | 23 |
| Vanilla | 1 tsp extract (4ml) | 12 |
| Lime | juice of 1 lime (44ml) | 11 |
| Salt | 1 tsp (6g) | 0 |
| Water | not in our table | 0 |
Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.
Ingredients
- 2 med. coconuts
- 1 Tbs. grated lime peel
- 1/2 c. water
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 2 envelopes unflavored gelatin
- 1 can (13 oz) evaporated milk
- 1 tsp. vanilla
- 11/4 c. water
- 1/8 tsp. salt
Directions
Pierce eyes of coconuts with an ice pick or nail.
Strain coconut water and measure 13/4 cups; add 1/2 cup water; reserve.
Heat condensed milk, evaporated milk and 11/4 cups water in medium saucepan to boiling.
Soften gelatin in 1/2 c. water. Add to milk mixture, stirring until gelatin dissolves.
Stir in reserved coconut water, the lime peel, vanilla and salt.
Pour into large serving bowl. Refrigerate covered until set, about 4 hours.
Garnish with shredded coconut and maraschino cherries, if desired.
Category:Haitian Recipes
Category:Haitian Desserts