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

Sarfaraz Khan
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This is the best watermelon drink I've ever had!


Wrestle Wrestle
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's the perfect drink for a summer party.


Bisma humera
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This drink is a great way to use up leftover watermelon.


Tony Kiernan
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I love the combination of watermelon, coconut milk, and lime juice. It's so refreshing and delicious.


Shane “Magic tongue” Cox
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This drink is the perfect way to cool down on a hot summer day.


Naomie Harvey
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I'm always looking for new and exciting drinks to try. This one definitely fits the bill!


Bijay JK
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This drink is so easy to make, it's perfect for a busy weeknight.


Harry Potter
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I love that this drink is made with all-natural ingredients. I feel good about giving it to my family.


Hellen Njoroge
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This drink is a great way to get your kids to eat their fruits and vegetables.


Mdmehedihasan Samiul
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I'm not a big fan of watermelon, but I actually really enjoyed this drink. It's so refreshing and flavorful.


ARTUURSSYT
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This drink is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. It's so refreshing and delicious.


Awais Hafeez
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I'm always looking for new and exciting drinks to try. I'm so glad I found this recipe!


Ray Kusa
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This drink is a great way to use up leftover watermelon.


SM-Jalal Bepari
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I've tried a lot of different watermelon drinks, but this one is by far the best. The combination of flavors is perfect.


Mansoor Ahmadzai
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This drink is so easy to make, even my kids can help me make it.


Gail McCormick
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I love that this drink is made with all-natural ingredients. It's a healthy and delicious way to cool down on a hot day.


Nilla Islam
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This drink is perfect for a pool party or a backyard barbecue.


FF GammeRs
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This is my new favorite summer drink! It's so easy to make and it's so refreshing.


Pratik Acharya
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I made this drink for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor. It's definitely a drink that I'll be making again.


Lorusso Christian
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This Polynesian watermelon drink is a refreshing and tasty treat! I love the combination of watermelon, coconut milk, and lime juice. It's the perfect drink for a hot summer day.