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'Otai (Tongan Watermelon Drink) in a tall glass with watermelon slices in background.
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‘Otai (Tongan Watermelon Drink)

A recipe for 'Otai (Tongan Watermelon Drink)! Shredded watermelon is combined with crushed pineapple and coconut for a light and refreshing drink.
Course Drinks
Cuisine Tongan
Keyword beverage, coconut, drink, pineapple, summer, Tonga, Tongan, watermelon
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
0 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 1 Large Pitcher

Ingredients

  • 2.3 pounds (1 kilogram) shredded, seedless watermelon around 5 cups
  • 20 ounces (567 grams) canned crushed pineapple with juice
  • 1/2 cup (50 grams) shredded fresh coconut
  • 13.5 ounces (400 milliliters) canned coconut milk
  • 2-3 cups (473-710 milliliters) water
  • 3 tablespoons (40 grams) granulated sugar to taste

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combined the shredded watermelon (use a fork, large-holed grater, or melon scraper to shred) with the crushed pineapple and juice, shredded coconut, and coconut milk.
  • Mix in 2-3 cups water to desired consistency. Stir in sugar to taste.
  • Serve chilled with crushed ice if desired.