Fresh Coconut Curls

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 350F.
2. 2
   Test each of the three eyes at the stem end of the coconut to see which is the softest.
3. 3
   Then use an ice pick (or a screwdriver) and a hammer to pierce two of the eyes.
4. 4
   Strain milk through a fine sieve into a bowl; reserve for another use or discard.
5. 5
   Place the coconut on a rimmed baking sheet, and bake for 30 minutes, or until coconut shell begins to crack.
6. 6
   Set aside until cool enough to handle.
7. 7
   Wrap coconut in a clean kitchen towel; holding the coconut with one hand, hit it with the hammer in the same place several times to crack the outer shell and split the coconut into several large pieces.
8. 8
   Separate coconut flesh from the shell, and use a vegetable peeler to remove dark outer skin.
9. 9
   Rinse the coconut in cold water, then use the vegetable peeler to take off long, thick strips from the outer (cut) edges.
10. 10
    Use immediately, or store, layered between damp paper towels in an airtight container, in the refrigerator for up to 6 hours.