COCONUT WATERMELON REFRESHER(TONGA - OTAI)

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You'll need a watermelon, a can of coconut milk, and some shredded coconut. watermelon, a can of coconut milk, and some shredded coconut. If you want to get fancy, you can add things like crushed pineapple or papaya, too. A squeeze of lime juice brightens up the flavors.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Beverages

Time 15m

Yield 1 1/2 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 seedless watermelon (about 5 cups mashed)
1 (15 ounce) can coconut milk
1/2 lime, juiced
shredded coconut, to taste

Steps:

  • Add watermelon flesh to a large bowl. Crush it, using a potato masher or by pulsing with a blender (regular or immersion). You want to leave it with some texture and body. In Tonga, this used to be done by grating the watermelon with something like a fork.
  • When you get the texture to where you like it, stir in the coconut milk and fresh squeezed lime juice.
  • Otai is naturally sweet, tropical, and full of body. The little bursts of watermelon are the most fun, but watch out - they might clog your straw!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1515.2, Fat 50.6, SaturatedFat 46, Sodium 122.1, Carbohydrate 273.6, Fiber 7.2, Sugar 246.2, Protein 12.8

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