"DC." wrote:
>
> "Ken Blake" > wrote in message
> ...
> > In oups.com,
> > > typed:
> <snip>
> > This sounds good, but what is "pounded fried coconut"? Do you
> > have to fry and pound it yourself, or is it something you buy?
>
> also known as kerisik, it's the white meaty/fleshy parts of the coconut,
> grate it & fry it in a fry pan w/o oil till lightly brown, remove & wait for
> it to cool before pounding. Or you can also fry desiccated coconut for the
> same effect. Kerisik is used as a thickner as well as a flavour enhancer or
> to make it more 'coconuty' in flavour for curry stews. Hope this helps.
Thanks for sharing!
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