Coquito nuts
Coquito nuts are the fruits from a feather-leaved palm, "Jubaea chilensis", native to Chile, having a thick trunk from which is obtained a sugary sap used for making wine and a syrup, and widely cultivated as an ornamental in warm dry regions. (Spanish, diminutive of "coco", "coco palm", from Portuguese "côco"; see coconut.) Coquito nuts look like miniature coconuts and have a very similar flavor to coconuts. They have a brown exterior and a white interior with a hollow center. They measure about in diameter. They are completely edible (raw or cooked), and are crunchy, with an  almond-like sweetness. History. Coquito nuts, also referred to as coker nuts, pygmy coconuts or monkey's coconut, are the fruit of a Chilean palm tree. The tree, "Jubaea chilensis", takes up to fifty years to achieve maturity, and is native to the coastal valleys of Chile. This palm is grown in Mediterranean-type climates worldwide, including in the state of California. Usage. Coquito nuts can be eaten whole, raw or cooked. Whole or chopped coquito nuts can be added to a variety of foods, including desserts, savoury foods, and drinks. They are grown year round, and will stay edible  for up to three weeks if kept in a refrigerator. Nutritional information. Below is a table of nutrients contained with 1 serving (g) of coquito nuts, based on a 2000 calorie diet.