How to choose the right coconut in the store

Coconut. It has long been no wonder on our shelves. And more recently, at a reasonable price, all year round. What's the catch? Our people are used to looking for him in everything. And rightly so. Because few people know how to choose the right coconut in the store. Well, so that later it would not be a shame for the wasted money and efforts to open this exotic fruit. Or a nut? Yes, it doesn’t matter.

Liquid

Yes, the same liquid that we used to call coconut milk. It must be felt. No, of course not to the touch. You need to first weigh the coconut in your hand. It should be much more significant than it seems externally. Now, without any hesitation, shake the fetus near the ear. You will hear a dull gurgle. Well, as if the fluid inside is not enough space. This is an indicator of the perfect ripeness of coconut.

Did not hear? Or is the gurgling voiced, as if there is very little fluid inside? So give up the purchase. Such a coconut is almost at death, that is, on the verge of drying out. You will not find tasty juicy pulp inside.

Three holes

Try to press them gently in turn. Just do not overdo it. There is a risk of getting a fountain of fermented milk if you inadvertently sell it. By the way, in a good regular coconut, these holes cannot be pushed with a finger. If they easily give in, then do not push more. And generally, put the nut away.

Well, if these holes are covered with a whitish bloom, then the coconut has deteriorated safely and began to grow mold.

Shell

Yes, the shell itself, which is the most important obstacle on your way to the treasured flesh, "like a bounty." Well, such a heavenly pleasure and all that. How to win this difficult struggle - read in other articles. We will tell you how to determine the correctness of a coconut by shell.

Here you have to shake the nut again. What to do if his fate is like that. He must not knock. If the pulp rumbles inside, then it has already begun to dry. And maybe even spoil. By the way, outwardly you will not see, and the flesh may already be rotten. Because in a good coconut, it fits snugly against the shell.

Now gently squeeze the fruit in your hand. Press a little in different places. After all, they are still well aware of the hardness of the shell? And if there were soft spots on it? This means that you do not have to click on the nut anymore. Put it back, away from sin. It is 100% rotten and inside.

If the coconut “wrapper” has passed your previous tests, then just twist the nut in your hands. But at the same time carefully examine it. On the shell should not be:

• cracks
• deep chips
• dark wet spots
• areas whitish or pink

All these are signs of shell damage that do not guarantee the integrity of the seller. After all, how could he pump water inside, imitating milk? Yes easily. That is what wet spots say. A crack or chip tells about external damage. Through which pathogenic bacteria and mold spores easily penetrate. Well, white or pink spots are the mold itself. In full swing and a riot of colors.

By the way, admire the color of the shell. It should be a nice light brown shade. A fruit that has stale or even has already rested will be much darker than its counterparts.

Smell

Yes, the same legendary coconut smell, for which it is so appreciated. It should hardly be felt. But how else, if the pulp is whole and all the smells and liquids are inside? Therefore, do not be afraid of the sidelong glances of others. Feel free to sniff the fetus. Does it smell almost or completely, except for the light aroma of the fibers? Take it, take it right away, before someone else does it. What is the smell of fibers? Sniff and find out. But then you will not be mistaken for sure.

But the sharp characteristic aroma that is felt outside should alert. Where did it come from if the pulp should be without damage? So such a coconut:

• cracked
• wandered
• prokis
• rotten

No other options were given, for the right fetus should not stink like a delay.

Pulp

Yes, the very pulp that you so craved. Of course, in the store you will not appreciate it. Who will let you smash a coconut? But at home, after the purchase, you can do it with ease. It should be absolutely white even color, dense, but not oak. The aroma is pleasant, without harshness. You should be alert if the flesh is:

• soft
• watery
• transparent in places
• pinkish tint

Tip. Did you know that spoiled coconut can be exchanged at the store? Or get money back for it? By the way, this way you can drag all the coconuts home until you get the right one. True, and earn the hatred of sellers. But it’s not a good thing to trade rubbish.

Just do not pull with the exchange. The fact is that the split fruit begins to deteriorate the very next day, even in the refrigerator. Therefore, you still have to work hard to prove that you bought one, but not done.

Supply

Yes, the same delivery date that some sources recommend to be interested in. Say, the seller will honestly answer you. Well, he will answer that they brought only this morning, directly from sunny Brazil! But how much coconut spent on the road, the seller is silent. Therefore, only trust your eyes, hands, ears and nose. Do not rely on others.

How to choose a coconut in the store? Now this question should not bother you, because you know for sure. And do not throw money away in pursuit of fragrant pulp and delicious juice.

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