Fresh Coconut Water from Young Coconut
Crack open a young coconut and drink the naturally sweet water straight from the shell. No blender, no prep — just a machete or knife and a straw.
- Total time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 1
- Calories
- 45
- Protein
- 2g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Stand the coconut upright on a cutting board. Using a sharp knife or machete, hack away the top fibrous husk in a circular motion until you expose the hard shell underneath.
Step 2
Once the shell is visible, cut a triangular hole about 2 inches wide through the shell at the top of the coconut. Pierce the membrane inside with the knife tip.
Step 3
Tilt the coconut over a glass and pour the water out. If it flows slowly, wiggle the knife hole to open it wider.
Step 4
Add ice cubes to the glass if desired. Insert a straw and drink immediately for the freshest, most delicate coconut water.
Tools you’ll need
- sharp knife or machete
- cutting board
- drinking glass
- drinking straw
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