Coconut milk is a staple in countless cuisines and products worldwide, but unlocking the most milk from each coconut has always been a balancing act between efficiency and quality.
Our team explored the impact of PEF treatments combined with varying pressure levels on coconut pulp to maximize milk yield.
The goal? Extract more coconut milk with better consistency, higher oil content, while lowering the moisture in the pulp (less waste).
We tested coconut pieces (2×2 cm) as well as rasped coconut under a range of pressures—400 to 800 PSI—for short treatment times (6 to 10 minutes) at various blanching (80°C) times (5 to 15 minutes). Some samples were treated with our patented PEF technology, CEPT® (Controlled Environment Pulsed Electric Field Treatment), while others served as untreated controls.
Both coconut pieces (2×2 cm) as well as rasped coconut were tested under a range of pressures.
Here’s a snapshot of what we found:
CEPT®-treated coconuts consistently outperformed the control samples, where an increase in yield of up to 8% and 20% more oil was demonstrated.
Whether at 500, 600, or even 800 PSI, CEPT® helped achieve milk yields of 60% or more, with pulp moisture reduced to 30% or less.
OptiCept is confident that we have identified the best conditions for optimizing coconut milk extraction using Tecnología PEF.
PEF disrupts cell membranes (electroporation), which allows more intracellular coconut milk to be released during mechanical pressing. This directly translates into higher yield per coconut, reducing raw material waste and maximizing output.
Traditional thermal processing can damage nutrients and flavor while consuming significant energy. PEF, being a non-thermal method, uses less energy and preserves heat-sensitive compounds—making it more efficient and sustainable.
PEF preserves natural flavor, aroma, and nutrients (like lauric acid and vitamins) far better than heat-based extraction. The result is a cleaner-tasting, nutritionally superior coconut milk that consumers prefer.
PEF treatment reduces the moisture content in residual coconut pulp, making it easier to handle or repurpose for other applications (e.g., flour or animal feed). This enhances the overall resource efficiency of the process.
PEF treatments usually take seconds to minutes, enabling faster throughput without compromising quality. This boosts productivity, especially important for high-volume manufacturers.
OptiCepts PEF systems can be integrated into existing production lines with minimal modifications. As a modular technology, it’s scalable for both small and large processors.
Because PEF doesn’t require additives or harsh treatments, products extracted this way can be labeled as “minimally processed” or “natural.” This supports cleaner labels and meets growing consumer demand for sustainable, transparent food processing.
We’re now scaling up testing for commercial production and working with partners to integrate this method into existing processing lines. As we refine the process, our commitment remains the same: unleashing the full potential of organic material – in this case delivering the best coconut milk—naturally and efficiently.
Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to innovate with nature in mind.
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