What is "nata de coco"

n. A chewy, translucent jelly produced by the fermentation of coconut water, a delicacy of the Philippines.

Nata de coco is a chewy, translucent, jelly-like foodstuff produced by the fermentation of coconut water, which gels through the production of microbial cellulose by Acetobacter xylinum. Originating in the Philippines, nata de coco is most commonly sweetened as a candy or dessert, and can accompany many things including pickles, drinks, ice cream, puddings, and fruit mixes.