Fresh Coconut Water Cooler
Crack open a young coconut and drink the natural electrolyte-packed water straight from the shell. Ice-cold, no prep, pure Thai refreshment in under 2 minutes.
- Total time
- 2 min
- Servings
- 1
- Calories
- 45
- Protein
- 2g
Ingredients
- 1 piece young coconut, whole
- ½ cup ice cubes
- ¼ piece fresh lime
- 1 serving coconut meat (optional, from the shell)
- 1 piece bamboo straw
Instructions
- 1
Using a sharp knife, whack the top of the young coconut in a circular motion until you expose the soft husk beneath the outer shell.
- 2
Cut away the exposed husk to reveal the thin white shell underneath, then puncture a hole at the top with the knife tip.
- 3
Insert the bamboo straw into the hole. The fresh coconut water will flow naturally into your cup or drink directly from the shell.
- 4
Squeeze lime over the top if desired, add ice to a glass, and pour any remaining water to chill. Sip immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- sharp chef's knife
- bamboo straw or reusable straw
- glass or cup (optional)
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