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(5.00 out of 5 stars) 1 reviewAbout the Author: John Immel, 
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Effect: Sattvic, Ojas, Acidifying
Meal: Snack-Dessert
Recommended for: Summer, Autumn-Winter
Type: Nuts-Seeds
Style: Ayurvedic
Preparation: Raw, Puree
Servings: 24
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Meal: Snack-Dessert
Recommended for: Summer, Autumn-Winter
Type: Nuts-Seeds
Style: Ayurvedic
Preparation: Raw, Puree
Servings: 24
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Medicinal Effects & Experiences:
Experiences are Personal
Experiences vary according to the person and constitution. Individual results may vary.
Pharmacological Effects
Stimulates-energy, Tonic, Brain-Tonic, Blood-Tonic, Promotes-Virility, Raises-Thyroid, Anti-Inflammatory, Nutritive, Antacid, AntifungalAbout Pharmacological Effects
The list of actions below have not be approved by the FDA and should not be used to treat a medical condition.
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ayurvedic perspective
Coconut Butter is a delightfully creamy whole food, made of pure, dried coconut flesh. This tasty tropical treat literally melts in your mouth. Warm it up to use as a spread. Or, add to smoothies, sauces & dressings, desserts, toppings & icings. It even works great in home-made ice cream. Its many names testify to the rich creaminess of coconut butter; it's also known as coconut cream, coconut oil butter and coconut body butter.
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About Coconut Butter
The coconut is a delight for the senses and the body, the very symbol of tropical paradise. This idyllic and fun tree nut restores your balance and harmony. Among oils it is light and sweet to cook with, soothing to the skin and nerves, nourishing while stimulating energy.preparation
Coconut butter contains only one ingredient: coconut flakes. And it takes only one step to make it: a blender. The yield for 4 cups of coconut flakes is about a cup and half of coconut butter.Start with raw, dried, unsweetened coconut flakes. Puree 4 cups of coconut flakes in a blender on high for 8 minutes, pushing down the sides as you go. The coconut flakes will undergo 3 stages in the transformation to coconut butter. First, the flakes will be finely ground. Second, the texture will become a grainy liquid. Finally, it will become a smooth, thick liquid. The final texture will ultimately be thick, slightly grainy peanut butter.
Pour the coconut butter into a jar and serve!
About the Author
John Immel, the founder of Joyful Belly, teaches people how to have a healthy diet and lifestyle with Ayurveda. His approach to Ayurveda exudes a certain ease, which many find enjoyable and insightful. His online course Balance Your Ayurvedic Diet in a Week provides tools for gracefully healing with Ayurveda to thousands. John also directs Joyful Belly's School of Ayurveda , which specializes in digestive tract pathology & Ayurvedic nutrition. John and his wife Natalie recently published Explore Your Hunger: A Guide to Hunger, Appetite & Food.John's interest in Ayurveda and digestive tract pathology was inspired by a complex digestive disorder acquired from years of international travel, including his public service work in South Asia. John's commitment to the detailed study of digestive disorders reflects his zeal to get down to the roots of the problem. His hope and belief in the capacity of each & every client to improve their quality of life is nothing short of a personal passion. John's creativity in the kitchen and delight in cooking for others comes from his family oriented upbringing. In addition to his certification in Ayurveda, John holds a bachelor's degree in mathematics from Harvard University.
John enjoys sharing Ayurveda within the context of his Catholic roots, and finds Ayurveda gives him an opportunity to participate in the healing mission of the Church. Jesus expressed God's love by feeding and healing the sick. That kindness is the fundamental ministry of Ayurveda as well.
Comments & Impressions of 'Coconut Butter'
Do you like 'coconut butter'? Why or why not? What makes it unique? Is there something you'd like to know about 'coconut butter'?(5.00 out of 5 stars) 1 review
I was just wondering why this recipe shows it's suitable for vata and pitta only whereas when I go to the item 'coconut butter' under shopping, it shows it's okay for all. Does it depend on how it's made?
Great question Jess. The answer is ambiguous. Among fats, coconut is light like ghee - only slightly Kapha provoking, which makes it ideal for Kapha when compared with butter, animal fats, and other vegetables oils. So you could list it as kapha neutral at the dose mentioned in the coconut butter product page, but kapha provoking for larger quantities. Sometimes it's hard to fit Ayurveda in a box. Thanks for asking.
- John Immel, Asheville , NC , 08-12-13 (Reply)
Can this be made with fresh coconut?
- Jyothi Panicker, NM , 09-19-13 (Reply)
Yes, fresh coconuts may be used. Just flake the inside and follow the recipe.
- John Immel, Asheville , NC , 09-20-13 (Reply)
What is the shelf life?
- , 05-24-14 (Reply)
It will last several weeks after opening, but we've never heard of it staying in the jar that long and away from your tummy!
Did it and awesome :-)
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