Sooo I just made Thai red curry and used coconut cream, but it turned out runnier than when I used coconut milk. Let’s figure out why!
Summary
- Coconut milk vs. coconut cream confusion
- Thai cooking tips from a Thai person
- Checking fat content in coconut products
Cook’s Dilemma: Coconut Cream Chaos
Burntoastedbutter faced a curry conundrum when her Thai red curry turned runny after using coconut cream instead of milk.
Thai Cooking Traditions
A Thai Reddit user shared traditional Thai cooking methods where thick coconut milk is used first to prevent the curry from becoming runny.
Fat Content Matters
A user emphasized the importance of checking fat content when choosing coconut products for cooking.
It’s essential to choose the right coconut product to avoid runny curries and enjoy the perfect consistency.