If you are into cooking delicious South Indian delicacies then you would need to learn how to use a coconut scraper in a grinder, You can use a manual scraper but that would be a tad tough to master, Anyway when it comes to South Indian food, you’ll find that coconut is an essential ingredient you cannot do without. Read on to learn more,
Learning about the Coconut Grater:
The good news is that you no longer need to scrape a coconut manually. Most grinders these days come packed with a nifty coconut scraper. And you can utilize the same to scrape all the coconuts you need, without any manual hard work on your part. Neat, huh?
These scrapers come with serrated edges, making it easier to cut into the hard coconut. This handy gadget is completely capable of removing both wet and dry coconuts. As you can see, it is a must-have addition to most homes.
Using the Coconut scraper:
If this is your first time using the coconut scraper, make sure you follow the directions to the letter. That way, you should be able to avoid any accidents and be able to shred the coconut successfully.
Place plastic or re-use a yoghurt container:
When it comes to using the coconut scraper, you may want to place a large plastic bowl directly underneath the scraper. Similarly, you can also use an old yogurt container, for the same purpose. This should enable you to avoid spilling the coconut scrapings onto the floor but instead, catch them adeptly in the container. Now, you can utilize it in your recipe, as they are, for the perfect taste.
When using the coconut scraper on a wet grinder:
Most wet grinders these days come with a coconut scraper attached. This makes it easier to shell the coconuts with ease. But before you attempt to do so, you may first want to secure it with a clamp or a tight grip. This is to ensure that the coconut does not move, while you try to scrape the white coconut inside the hard shell, onto the plastic bowl placed underneath.
Precautions to take, while using the grinder to scrape the coconut:
Grinders are notorious for getting others electrocuted. So if you are planning to use one, make sure you take the following precautions.
- Do not wear any metal chains or bangles when using the grinder
- Do not wear damp clothing
- Do not use the grinder, especially if the plug is worn down, after prolonged use.
- Do not use the grinder if you get a small electric shock when you turn it on.
Turn the grinder on:
Once you have taken the precautions, you can go ahead and turn the electric grinder on. This should get the coconut scraper to start spinning slowly. Here’s where you hold the coconut to the scraper and gently press the coconut towards the serrated edges of the scraper.
As the scraper rotates, it should de-shell a coconut effectively, with little manual effort on your part. Using the scraper this way should ensure that it does not come into contact with any part of your body.
Gently tap your scraper:
Once you have completed a few revolutions of the coconut scraper, attached to the grinder, you should be able to check out the progress so far. Gently shake or tap the scraper against the plastic bowl. This should cause the de-shelled parts of the white coconut to fall into the bowl.
At the same time, you may also want to check and see if you have damaged the grinder in any way. Remember, when scraping a coconut, you may want to just scrape 1/8th of an inch, as that should do the trick.
What now?
Now, that you have effectively de-shelled your coconuts with the scraper attached to your grinder, you move on to the next stage. Here’s where you collect all the coconut scrapings and put them through the grinder. This should help convert all the scrapings to a fine, white paste.
One of the reasons that you may want to grind the coconut scrapings to a white paste is that it will make them easier to blend in with your dish. Moreover, the paste should add that unique flavor that’s quintessential to your dish.
Switch off the grinder:
Now that you have effectively de-shelled your coconuts, and converted the scrapings to a paste – you must now unplug the grinder. This is to ensure that you do not get accidentally electrocuted.
When using the grinder:
Whether you utilize a dry or a wet grinder to help scrape away your coconuts, you may want to take all the required precautions. And make sure you maintain a safe distance from the grinder. You may also want to wear safety goggles and gloves, for obvious reasons. And keep your hands at a safe distance from the spinning scraper, at all times.
As you can see, this is the method on how to use a coconut scraper, attached to a grinder. With fine, coconut paste handy, you should be able to cook some wonderful meals, with a sumptuous taste. Good luck!