Nata de coco

01 / ABOUT THE DISH

About the dish

Nata de coco is a unique Filipino specialty that is made with fermented coconut water and usually eaten as a dessert. After days of fermentation, it transforms into a jelly-like substance with a soft, chewy, and gelatinous texture. Plain nata de coco is pale white and almost translucent, neutral in flavor, and usually cut into large cubes. It initially appeared in the Philippines and became incredibly popular in Japan during the 1990s. Nowadays, it is found in a variety of different flavors and shapes, and even though it can be eaten plain, it is usually incorporated in refreshing fruit salads, yogurts, ice-cream, and drinks.