how many grams in a tablespoon of coconut milk?

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• How much coconut milk goes into a dairy-free latte?
  Most baristas use 2 to 4 tablespoons (30-60 g) of coconut milk per 8-oz coffee, depending on how creamy you want it. For a flat-white style drink, steam 4 tablespoons until foamed; for a splash of color and flavor, 1-2 tablespoons is enough. Canned coconut milk foams better than the carton kind because of the higher fat — the fat is what holds the microfoam together.
• Is a tablespoon of coconut milk the right amount for salad dressing?
  For a single-serving dressing — say, a lime-cilantro vinaigrette for one bowl — 1 tablespoon (about 15 g) of coconut milk replaces a tablespoon of yogurt or mayo and gives you a tropical, slightly sweet base. Whisk it with 2 teaspoons lime juice, a pinch of salt, and a teaspoon of fish sauce or soy. The cream-to-water ratio in your spoonful changes the thickness, so emulsify the can first.
• Can I use leftover tablespoons from an opened can?
  Yes, and you should — opened cans only keep 4-5 days in the fridge. Transfer the leftover to a glass jar, and use 1-2 tablespoon portions to enrich oatmeal, mashed sweet potato, scrambled eggs, or smoothies. You can also freeze tablespoon portions in an ice cube tray; each cube is roughly 15 g and drops straight into a hot pan or pot of rice.

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