Vegetables Chard Coconut-Creamed Swiss Chard 2.3 (3) 3 Reviews Unsweetened coconut milk and refined coconut oil combine to add a creamy richness to this vegan Swiss chard side from chef Rocco DiSpirito. Reducing the coconut milk deepens its flavor and lends a velvety texture that truly mimics dairy. By Rocco DiSpirito Rocco DiSpirito Instagram A 1999 F&W Best New Chef and James Beard Book Award winner, Rocco DiSpirito was the executive chef of Union Pacific in NYC from 1997 to 2004. He's the author of 13 books and the TV personality who produced and starred on Rocco's Dinner Party and Now Eat This! With Rocco DiSpirito. Food & Wine's Editorial Guidelines Updated on January 1, 2020 Print Rate It Share Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: Victor Protasio Total Time: 40 mins Ingredients 1 (15-ounce) can unsweetened coconut milk, well shaken and stirred 4 quarts water 3 tablespoons plus 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1 (1-pound) bunch Swiss chard 1/4 cup finely chopped shallot 2 tablespoons refined coconut oil 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Directions Cook coconut milk in a large high-sided skillet over low, stirring occasionally, until reduced by half, about 30 minutes. Pour into a liquid measuring cup or small bowl; set aside. Wipe skillet clean. While coconut milk cooks, bring 4 quarts water and 3 tablespoons salt to a boil in a large pot. Separate Swiss chard leaves from stems. Tear each leaf into 3 or 4 pieces. Chop stems into 1/4-inch pieces. Transfer stems to boiling water; cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a large bowl. Add leaves to boiling water; cook until bright green and almost tender, about 1 minute. Drain. Add leaves to stems in bowl. Add shallot and coconut oil to cleaned skillet; cook over medium-high, stirring often, until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add reduced coconut milk and Swiss chard stems and leaves; cook, stirring constantly, until mixture is warmed through and Swiss chard is coated, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in pepper and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Serve immediately. Make Ahead Coconut milk reduction can be made in advance and stored in an airtight container in refrigerator up to 1 week. Rate it Print