How to Use coconut milk in a Sentence

coconut milk

noun
  • Stir in broth, sorghum, and coconut milk.
    — Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Mar. 2026
  • Use only half a can of coconut milk for a recipe?
    — Editors Of Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Oct. 2025
  • Rambukkana pulls out her tray of coconut milk rice.
    — Diaa Hadid, NPR, 16 Apr. 2026
  • For a dairy-free option, use oat milk or coconut milk.
    — Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 13 Feb. 2026
  • Nasi lemak is one of the main breakfast items, which is like a coconut milk rice.
    — AFAR Media, 30 May 2026
  • The fat in coconut milk mimics the fat in dairy milk for the best results.
    — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
  • If things get too spicy, a splash of coconut milk or squeeze of lime can help mellow things out.
    — Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 19 Mar. 2026
  • The cake is made with coconut milk and coconut flakes throughout.
    — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Feb. 2026
  • Two cans of coconut milk were found stored directly on the floor in the kitchen.
    — Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado february 13, Sacbee.com, 13 Feb. 2026
  • And a lot of Mud\Wtr with Erewhon coconut milk.
    — Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 30 Oct. 2025
  • Add coconut milk, water, salt and sugar.
    — Gretchen McKay, Boston Herald, 21 Jan. 2026
  • Add coconut milk, water, salt and sugar.
    — Gretchen McKay, Twin Cities, 22 Jan. 2026
  • In one serving, the coconut milk adds an extra three grams of protein.
    — Ashia Aubourg, Outside, 10 Oct. 2025
  • To make this soup vegan, swap out the heavy whipping cream for coconut milk.
    — Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2025
  • Replace the cow’s milk with coconut milk or coconut cream in the cake batter.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 2025
  • If using coconut milk or cream, add once fully blended.
    — Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 19 Jan. 2026
  • The drink can be customized with lemonade or coconut milk, too.
    — Greta Cross, USA Today, 18 May 2026
  • Unsweetened almond milk, coconut milk and full-fat dairy can help steady blood sugar.
    — Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 9 Oct. 2025
  • The egg yolks, half-and-half, and coconut milk in this recipe result in an extra rich filling.
    — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 1 Mar. 2026
  • Add maple syrup, cocoa powder, coconut milk, vanilla, and salt.
    — Judy Bart Kancigor, Oc Register, 11 June 2026
  • Pour coconut milk mixture over chocolate, and let stand 1 minute; stir until smooth.
    — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2025
  • His grandparents used to poach turtle eggs to make omelettes with coconut milk, tomatoes and onions.
    — Diaa Hadid, NPR, 28 Nov. 2025
  • Increase the heat to high and add the carrots, coconut milk, curry paste, fish sauce and 3 cups of the stock.
    — Karla Walsh, CNN Money, 23 Dec. 2025
  • Curry paste is a game-changer for weeknight cooking, and the rich coconut milk sauce sends this over the top.
    — Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Nov. 2025
  • Focus on smoothies with a base of water or unsweetened almond or coconut milk.
    — Ashley Olivine, Verywell Health, 18 June 2026
  • And instead of coconut milk, Jacobs used a pound of butter to give it richness.
    — Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 16 Mar. 2026
  • Consider soaking the chia seeds in coconut milk for a more tropical snack.
    — Lauren O'Connor, Health, 5 Aug. 2025
  • Consider adding coconut milk, fresh ginger, green onions, jalapeño, or garlic.
    — Sherri Gordon, Health, 8 Dec. 2025
  • Her ingredient list is sparse—just shallots, spices, and coconut milk—but the result is so silky and rich.
    — Shirley Parameswaran, Bon Appetit Magazine, 19 Mar. 2026
  • Be sure to serve the drink right away because the fat in the coconut milk solidifies a little as the drink chills over ice.
    — Midwest Living, 14 May 2026

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