Brand: Buenas
Net weight: 454g
Products of the Philippines.
Young shredded coconut, also known as buko in Filipino, is a common ingredient in Filipino cuisine. It is made from the white, tender flesh of a young coconut, which is grated into long, thin strips. Here are some common uses of young shredded coconut in Filipino cuisine:
Desserts - Young shredded coconut is a common ingredient in many Filipino desserts such as buko pandan, a dessert made with pandan-flavored gelatin and young shredded coconut. It is also used in buko pie, a popular Filipino dessert made with a sweet coconut filling.
Snacks - Young shredded coconut is often eaten as a snack on its own or mixed with other ingredients such as sugar or peanuts. It can be found in markets and roadside stalls throughout the Philippines.
Baked goods - Young shredded coconut is used in a variety of Filipino baked goods such as coconut macaroons and bibingka, a traditional Filipino rice cake. It can also be used as a toppings.