Crazy About Coconuts

Food From Hilary Pollack, your About Food Editor May 31st is National Macaroon Day, and we’ve got to admit that we go nuts for all things coconut. Whether its integrated into a flavorful curry, sprinkled on top of a fresh-baked cake, or even adding tropical flair to a cool cocktail, coconut is a versatile ingredient that we love to see in sweet and savory dishes alike. Here are a few of our favorite ways to enjoy it. Want more from About.com Food? Like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, or visit our Pinterest page for daily recipes, cooking tips, and more. Our Best Macaroon Recipes Perhaps the most beloved way to enjoy coconut is in classic macaroons. Somewhere between cookie and candy, they combine sweet shaved coconut with a chewy consistency that is truly irresistible. Here are 4 ways to enjoy their fantastic flavor. Our Top-Rated Easy Macaroon Recipe Gluten-Free Almond Macaroons Coconut Macaroon Truffles 5-Ingredient Vanilla Almond Macaroons Coconut’s Savory Side We love that coconut milk creates a rich, aromatic curry or peanut sauce, perfect for simmering chicken, seafood, or veggies. Its slightly sweet flavor and creamy consistency adds depth as well as mellows the heat of Eastern spices. Even eggs can be bettered with a spicy coconut sauce—try the recipe below! Spicy Eggs in Coconut Sauce Salmon with Green Coconut Curry Sauce Basic Coconut Rice for Two Thai Curry Noodles with Shrimp Cupcakes and More So many great desserts are made with coconut, we don't even know where to begin. From classic coconut cake to coconut ice cream, pies, and tarts, there's no doubt that it's a hit in the world of sweets. Jam and Coconut Meringue Tartlets 9 Fantastic European Coconut Desserts Creamy Coconut Ice Cream Super Coconutty Cupcakes Gluten-Free Dairy-Free Coconut Custard Pie Southern Coconut Cake Drink Up Coconut sure does a cocktail good.  From classic piña coladas to tempting coconut martinis, it adds a taste of the islands to all kinds of libations—even the ones sans booze. Toasted Macaroon Cocktail Virgin Miami Vice Cocktail Light Coconut Martini The Benefits of Coconut Water Classic Frozen Piña Coladas Related Searches Cocktail Party Food Easy Food Recipes Barbecue Recipe Picnic Food Ideas Tasty Food Featured Articles Cheesy Mexican Cornbread 10 Ways to Upgrade Your Picnic Watermelon, Basil, and Mozzarella Salad How to Make Gluten-Free Pie Crust 21 Dishes That Are Great for Your Liver Sweet and Spicy Bourbon Baked Beans 10 Tips for Making the Perfect Soufflé Incredible Ice Cream Pie   More from About.com Sign-up for Shareables! An every-morning rundown of the day in history, headlines and trends produced by your pals at About.com. Please sign up it's free (of course), we think you will like it! Want More From About.com Check out our social page tailored to your interest! Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Healthy Eating newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here. If you would like to unsubscribe from all newsletters sent from About.com, please send an email to optout@about.com with "Unsubscribe" as the subject line. Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2014 About.com   Trending Now in Food 10 Vegan Dinner Ideas Slow Cooker Baby Back Ribs Greek Feta-Stuffed Peppers   Follow us on: