Yogurt vs Coconut milk
A side-by-side guide to substituting Coconut milk for Yogurt (or vice versa).
Use 0.75 cup of Coconut milk for every 1 cup of Yogurt.
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Coconut milk
Conversion: Use 75% as much (0.75 cup per 1 cup)
Tags: vegandairy-free
Notes: Coconut milk is thinner and has tropical flavor versus yogurt's tang and protein. Use 3/4 cup and expect a creamier, less acidic result; works in curries and baking but not ideal for marinades.
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Coconut milk is thinner and has tropical flavor versus yogurt's tang and protein. Use 3/4 cup and expect a creamier, less acidic result; works in curries and baking but not ideal for marinades. The conversion is use 75% as much (0.75 cup per 1 cup).
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Yes — Coconut milk is thinner and has tropical flavor versus yogurt's tang and protein. Use 3/4 cup and expect a creamier, less acidic result; works in curries and baking but not ideal for marinades. Ratio: Use 75% as much (0.75 cup per 1 cup).
Use 75% as much (0.75 cup per 1 cup). For other quantities, use the SubSwap calculator.
They are similar in most uses, but Coconut milk is thinner and has tropical flavor versus yogurt's tang and protein..
Coconut milk is one of the options SubSwap lists for Yogurt. The 'best' choice depends on your recipe — see the full list of Yogurt substitutes.
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