How to Husk a Coconut

Today I just thought I would show you all how to husk a coconut. Husking a coconut is relatively easy and there are various methods. There are two such methods of husking a coconut that I'm aware of that we use here in Trinidad and Tobago. The first one I learnt, when I was young, was done using a hoe; the second method, and probably more risky, is done using a cutlass ( machete). Using the cutlass will require more skill but the steps are similar. From the pictures you will see that all you have to do is to make segments into the husk then rip it apart.

Start by making cuts close to the head of the coconut. As you stab the coconut onto the edge of the hoe gently twist the coconut to open up the cut.

Continue doing this about five or six times around the coconut

When the cuts are made you can go around one more time and twist some more to open up the cuts

Now hold the segments and rip apart to reveal the coconut inside.



Now on to the second method using the cutlass (machete)



Chop close to the head of the coconut



twist the cutlass blade to open the cut



Continue making several cuts around the coconut.
Remember to twist the cutlass each time.



Rip apart the husk.



The dehusked coconut.

Well, that was simple. Just be careful if you're trying the second method using the cutlass. I'm interested to hear about other methods used to husk a coconut. More recipes to come.


Ah gone! :-)

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