Coconut Ginger Candy Drops

Name: Coconut Ginger Candy Drops
Yield: Makes about 16
Ingredients: Nonstick vegetable oil spray; 2 cups 1/4-inch cubes peeled fresh coconut (white part only); 2 cups (packed) golden brown sugar; 1/4 cup water; 2 tablespoons grated peeled fresh ginger; 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/4 cup water

By Virginia Burke

August 28, 2006

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Coconut Ginger Candy DropsScott Peterson

Virtually every island has some kind of coconut industry, since there's a use for every part of the coconut, from soap to cooking oil to mattress stuffing. Here, the fresh "meat" is used in a classic candy. There are many variations on this tasty treat, which is sold on the street and in grocery stores, where it's usually homemade.

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