Tender coconut cooler
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Fresh tender coconut water blended with its soft flesh and a little lime, a simple drink for hot island days.
Region: Andaman and Nicobar IslandsOccasion: Hot afternoons; offered to visitorsTime: 10 minServes: 2Vegan
Ingredients
- 2 tender green coconuts
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1–2 tsp sugar or honey (optional)
- A few mint leaves
- Ice
Method
- Cut open the coconuts and pour the water into a jug.
- Scoop out the soft, jelly-like flesh.
- Blend half the flesh with some coconut water, lime juice, sugar and mint.
- Mix with the remaining coconut water, add the rest of the flesh in small pieces and serve over ice.
History
Coconut palms grow on almost every island, and tender coconuts are sold at roadsides and beaches.
Significance
Tender coconut water is the everyday refreshment of the islands and a common welcome for visitors.