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Toasted Coconut Flakes
These toasted coconut flakes are a crunchy, caramelized snack made from fresh coconut. They are a popular snack in Nigeria.
Ingredients
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- coconut, ripe; fresh
- granulated sugar
- salt
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Method 5 steps
Crack open the coconut, and separate out the coconut meat.
Grate the coconut meat into flakes.
Toss the coconut flakes with sugar and a pinch of salt.
Spread the coconut mixture on a baking sheet, and place on the lowest rack of the oven. Bake at 300˚F, stirring every few minutes until golden brown and crisp.
Remove the coconut flakes and cool completely.
