Published: 03:21 PM, 18 June 2017 Last Update: 03:29 PM, 18 June 2017
Coconut Water Refresher for iftar
Cold coconut juice in iftar, especially on hot summer day is so refreshing. The young coconut is green outside and have soft white coconut inside. After you drink the juice, the bonus is the soft young coconut meat inside. Coconut water boosts hydration, better than sports or energy drinks. It regulates blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol and facilitates digestion.
Coconut Water Refresher
Makes: 1 large pitcher
Ingredients
1.5 litres coconut water
10 mint sprigs
3 limes, quartered into wedges
½ cucumber, cut into thin strips
ice cubes, to serve
Instructions
1. Muddle 4 mint sprigs and the juice of ½ lime in a pestle and mortar.
2. Place remaining mint, cucumber and lime wedges into a large jug or pitcher. You can squeeze the juice from the limes before adding them for an added citrus kick.
3. Top up with coconut water, and stir in the muddled mint and lime mixture.
4. Finally add the ice cubes to serve.
Notes
For a stronger flavour, leave the pitcher in the fridge for at least 2 hours to let the water infuse. Add the ice cubes upon serving.
