Tongan Watermelon Otai Recipe
Otai is a fruit drink which originated in western Polynesia and is usually made as a refreshing accompaniment to large meals. The modern Tongan recipe most well-known today is usually a blend of water, shredded coconut and any variety of grated tropical fruits, most commonly watermelon, mango and pineapple, with watermelon being the most used in the Tongan Islands. Sugar is usually added to taste. Here is the recipe of Tongan watermelon otai recipe.
Tongan Watermelon Otai Recipe
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Ingredients:
- Watermelon – 1 medium size
- Reduced-fat coconut milk – 400 ml tin
- Ice – to serve
Method:
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- Cut the watermelon into quarters and cut the flesh away from the skin. Saving some thin slices for garnish, chop the flesh into chunks and purée in a blender or processor or grate it with a fork so it has quite a rough texture.
- Stir in the coconut milk. Pour into a large jug, cover with clingfilm and chill for at least 30 mins.
- Serve in glasses, over ice, add drinking straws and garnish with slices of watermelon.
