POLYNESIAN WATERMELON DRINK ('OTAI)

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''Otai' is a fruit drink which originated in Tonga and is usually made as a summertime refreshment. It is a blend of water, coconut milk, and any variety of pulped tropical fruit such as coconut, watermelon, mango, and pineapple but is almost always watermelon as it is plentiful in Tonga. A small amount of sugar may be added, although the recipe is considerably sweet on its own. I lived in Sydney many moons ago and the Polynesian families drank this by the gallons in the summer. Soooo refreshing and yummy! Serve over ice cubes.

Provided by cookinwithmom

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Punch Recipes     Non-Alcoholic Punch Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 seedless watermelon, halved and sliced
3 cups water
1 (15.25 ounce) can crushed pineapple
1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
½ cup shredded coconut
2 tablespoons white sugar, or to taste
½ lime, juiced

Steps:

  • Grate watermelon with a fork from the rind into a large bowl, leaving no large chunks. Stir water, pineapple, evaporated milk, and coconut into the grated watermelon. Add sugar; stir until dissolved. Squeeze lime juice into the watermelon mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.3 calories, Carbohydrate 41.1 g, Cholesterol 9.1 mg, Fat 3.8 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 48.1 mg, Sugar 34.9 g

Skylar Amico
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This drink is the perfect way to cool down on a hot summer day. It's so refreshing and delicious.


Levinho Lite YT
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My kids love this drink! It's a healthy and refreshing alternative to sugary sodas and juices.


Shehroz Nadeem
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I love how versatile this drink is. You can add different fruits or juices to create your own unique flavor combinations.


Crystal Gomez
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This drink is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my friends and family. It's the perfect drink for any party or gathering.


Caleb Villanueva
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The combination of watermelon and coconut milk is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the hint of lime that adds a bit of tartness.


Mariah Klar
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I love that this drink is made with all-natural ingredients. It's a healthy and delicious way to stay hydrated.


revital gli
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This is the perfect drink for a hot summer day. It's so refreshing and thirst-quenching.


Emmalie Graves
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I love how easy this drink is to make. It's a great way to use up leftover watermelon and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Sayed Mehran Shah
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I made this drink for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique and refreshing flavor.


Laura Hoxha
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This Polynesian watermelon drink, Otai, is an absolute delight! The combination of watermelon, coconut milk, and lime juice creates a refreshing and flavorful beverage that is perfect for any occasion.