Originating in Ramon, Isabela, nata de coco was invented in 1949 by Teódula Kalaw África as an alternative to the traditional Filipino nata de piña made from pineapples. It is most commonly sweetened as a candy or dessert, and can accompany a variety of foods, including pickles, drinks, ice cream, puddings, and fruit cocktails.

Sep 13, 2023 · As one of the more underrated chemists in the Philippines, Teódula Kalaw África is best known for inventing nata de coco while working for the Philippine National Coconut Corporation.

Nata de piña ("cream of pineapple" in Spanish), also marketed as pineapple gel or pineapple gelatin, is a chewy, translucent, jelly-like food produced by the fermentation of pineapple juice.

May 21, 2024 · Nata de Coco, or coconut gel, is a chewy jelly made from fermented coconut water and found in Filipino desserts and drinks.

Nata de coco (alternatively marketed as “coconut gel”) is a chewy, translucent, jelly-like food made from coconut water that gels due to Acetobacter xylinum producing bacterial cellulose (BC). Nata de coco is primarily made from coconut water, and as a result, it has a low nutritional profile.

Aug 28, 2024 · Nata de coco originates from the Philippines, and has been a staple ingredient for a lot of traditional Filipino fruit cocktail desserts like halo-halo. It’s also added in ice cream, yoghurts, and bubble teas.

Dec 20, 2022 · Nata de Coco or coconut gel, is a Filipino delicacy that looks like is a white translucent or opaque chewy jelly made by fermenting coconut water and a bacteria called acetobacter xylinum. This bacteria which helps form the coconut water into a gel like substance, making it firm but still chewy.

Aug 28, 2024 · Nata de Coco is a delightful and unique treat that originates from the Philippines. It is a chewy, translucent, and jelly-like sweet made from coconut water . This popular delicacy is not only delicious but also offers several health benefits.

Sep 1, 2019 · If there is Nata de Coco, there is also Nata de Pina. Nata can probably be made from/for other fruits. If you are into food making and processing, you can try this procedure on how to make Nata de Pina. Procedure: 1. Wash ripe pineapple thoroughly. Cut off the ends and divide the fruit into small pieces.

Dec 20, 2024 · Nata de piña adalah hasil fermentasi nanas yang memberikan rasa manis dan asam. Teksturnya kenyal seperti Nata de coco.