Fresh Coconut Recipe

Time30m

Serves2

Make Fresh Coconut Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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1
Cracking the Coconut
Using a hammer or a heavy knife, gently tap around the equator of the coconut to create a crack. Once you have a noticeable crack, you can use the hammer to split the coconut into two halves.
2
Draining the Water
Hold the coconut over a bowl and carefully pierce the eyes (the three brown circles) with a sharp object to drain out the coconut water. Collect the water in the bowl for later use.
3
Scooping the Flesh
Use a coconut scraper or a spoon to scoop out the white flesh from the coconut halves. Be careful not to leave any flesh behind. You can cut the flesh into small pieces if desired.

4
Making a Coconut Drink
In a blender, combine the coconut water, ice, and pieces of fresh coconut flesh. Blend until smooth. Adjust sweetness by adding honey or agave syrup if desired.
5
Serving with Fresh Fruit
Serve the blended coconut drink in a glass and garnish with fresh fruit pieces like pineapple or mango for a tropical touch.