Next, carefully separate the white coconut meat from the shell using a knife or coconut scraper. Rinse the meat with water to remove any remaining shell debris.
Step 2: Blending the Coconut Meat
Cut the coconut meat into small chunks for easier blending. Place the pieces into a blender or food processor, adding some water to help extract the coconut milk. The recommended ratio is 2 cups of coconut meat to 1 cup of water.
Blend until the coconut turns into a thick, creamy paste. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides to ensure everything blends smoothly.
Step 3: Extracting the Coconut Milk
Place a fine cheesecloth or strainer over a large bowl and pour the blended coconut mixture into it. Squeeze out as much liquid as possible to extract the coconut milk. The more liquid you extract, the more oil you’ll get later.
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