Polynesian Watermelon Drink ('Otai)

Polynesian Watermelon Drink ('Otai)

”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.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Yield:
12 servings
Servings:
12

Ingredients

  • 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

Directions

Step 1
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 (per serving)

199
Calories
4g
Fat
41g
Carbs
5g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 199
% Daily Value *
Total Fat4g 5%
Saturated Fat2g 12%
Cholesterol9mg 3%
Sodium48mg 2%
Total Carbohydrate41g 15%
Dietary Fiber2g 8%
Total Sugars35g
Protein5g
Vitamin C35mg 176%
Calcium117mg 9%
Iron1mg 6%
Potassium574mg 12%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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