Kara Coconut Cream (椰漿) — 500mL

Rich, thick, and deeply coconutty. Kara Coconut Cream is one of the most trusted coconut cream brands in Southeast Asia — a full-fat, high-quality coconut cream made from freshly pressed mature coconut meat in Indonesia. Smooth, velvety, and intensely flavored, it’s the go-to coconut cream for curries, laksa, desserts, and coconut-based drinks. The 500mL size is ideal for frequent cooks, batch cooking, or any recipe that calls for a generous pour. Dairy-free and naturally rich.

Product Details

• Net Volume: 500mL
• Country of Origin: Indonesia
• Brand: Kara
• Type: Full-fat coconut cream — thick, rich, high coconut content
• Dietary: Dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan

Which Size Is Right for You?

• 🥥 200mL (also available): Perfect for single recipes, smaller households, or trying Kara for the first time — $3.99
• 🥥 500mL (this product): Better value for frequent cooks, batch cooking, or recipes that call for a full can — $7.99

Coconut Cream vs. Coconut Milk — What’s the Difference?

• 🥥 Coconut cream (this product): Higher fat content, thicker consistency, richer and more intense coconut flavor — use when you want a rich, creamy result
• 🥛 Coconut milk: More water, thinner consistency, lighter flavor — use for soups, rice, or when a lighter coconut flavor is preferred
• 💡 Rule of thumb: Coconut cream for richness and body; coconut milk for a lighter touch. Both available in our store

How to Use

• 🍛 Thai curry & laksa: The classic use — add to your curry paste and aromatics for a rich, velvety sauce. Stir in near the end to preserve the fresh coconut flavor
• 🍮 Coconut jelly (椰漿凍 / 椰漿凍鸿豁): Combine with coconut milk, gelatin, and a little sugar for the viral coconut jelly dessert — the 500mL size is ideal for making a full batch
• 🍨 Dairy-free ice cream: Blend with fruit and sweetener, then freeze — the high fat content gives a creamy, scoopable texture
• 🍰 Desserts & puddings: Use in pandan cake, mango sticky rice, kaya jam, or any Southeast Asian dessert that calls for coconut cream
• ☕ Coffee & drinks: A spoonful in coffee or tea as a rich dairy-free creamer; essential for piña coladas and coconut-based cocktails
• 🍲 Soups & stews: Stir into pumpkin soup, sweet potato soup, or any pureed soup for added richness and a subtle coconut note

Tips for Best Results

• 🥤 Separation is normal: The thick cream may separate from the liquid — this is natural. Shake well before opening for a uniform consistency, or scoop out the thick cream separately for whipping or rich sauces
• ❄️ For whipped coconut cream: Refrigerate overnight, then scoop out the solidified cream and whip with a little sugar and vanilla
• 🔥 Add at the end: For curries and soups, stir in coconut cream near the end of cooking to preserve its fresh flavor and prevent separation
• 📦 Store opened cream: Transfer any unused cream to an airtight container and refrigerate. Use within 3–4 days

Note: Please check the actual carton for full ingredient and allergen information before consuming.