How do you get coconut oils out of coconuts?

Extracting coconut oil from coconuts can be done in several ways. Here's a general method to get coconut oil out of coconuts:

1. Harvest Mature Coconuts:

* Choose ripe coconuts with a brown fibrous husk.

2. Remove the Coconut Husk:

* Using a machete or coconut husking tool, carefully cut and peel off the outer husk to reveal the brown coconut shell.

3. Crack Open the Coconut:

* Find the three "eyes" or soft spots on the coconut.

* Use a hammer or mallet and a screwdriver or metal rod to poke and pry open one of the eyes.

4. Drain the Coconut Water:

* Once open, carefully drain the coconut water into a container. This liquid is refreshing and can be enjoyed as is or used in various recipes.

5. Extract the Coconut Meat:

* Split the coconut into two halves.

* Scoop out the coconut meat from inside the shell. You can use a spoon or a tool like a coconut scraper.

6. Grate the Coconut Meat:

* Using a grater or food processor, grate the coconut meat into fine coconut shreds or flakes.

7. Extract Coconut Milk:

* Place the grated coconut in a large bowl and add warm water.

* Stir and mix the mixture until the water turns milky.

* Strain the coconut milk through a cheesecloth or fine-mesh sieve into another bowl.

8. Boil and Separate the Coconut Oil:

* Bring the extracted coconut milk to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.

* As it heats, the coconut milk will separate into two layers—a layer of coconut oil on top and a layer of water below.

9. Skim the Coconut Oil:

* Carefully skim the layer of coconut oil from the surface using a spoon or spatula.

* The collected coconut oil might be cloudy at first.

10. Clarify the Coconut Oil (optional):

* To obtain clear coconut oil, you can clarify it by melting it slowly over low heat or in a double boiler.

* Let it cool and solidified. The impurities and sediments will settle at the bottom, leaving clear coconut oil on top.

11. Store the Coconut Oil:

* Pour the clarified coconut oil into a clean glass jar or airtight container.

* Let it cool completely and store it in a cool, dark place, such as a pantry or kitchen cupboard.

Note: This method produces unrefined or virgin coconut oil. Depending on your preference and the desired quality, you can opt for further refining processes to achieve different types of coconut oil.