Sep 27, 2022 · ''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.

Jun 5, 2019 · What is otai? Otai is a fruit drink from Western Polynesia. It is usually prepared to accompany hearty meals. Today, the drink is mostly associated with Tongan cuisine, although similar versions of otai have been made and are appreciated in other archipelagos, including Samoa, Wallis and Futuna, Tokelau (New Zealand Islands), Hawaii and Fiji.

Jul 19, 2022 · 'Otai, a watermelon drink popular in Polynesia, is a refreshing fruit drink usually made with coconut milk or heavy cream. This dairy-free, lower-fat recipe is made with almond milk - and just as fresh and creamy as the original!

ʻOtai (pronounced [ʔoʊˈtaɪ]) is a refreshing Polynesian beverage, typically made with coconut meat, coconut milk, and coconut water. It is most often associated with Tongan cuisine, though similar versions are enjoyed in other Polynesian islands, including Samoa, Niue, Tokelau, Tuvalu, Uvea, and Futuna. [1]History of ʻOtai. The drink has its origins in Western Polynesia, where it …

Jul 24, 2015 · 'Otai is a Tongan watermelon drink traditionally made with watermelon and coconut. My version includes pineapple and is very refreshing.

Sep 3, 2013 · A recipe for 'Otai (Tongan Watermelon Drink)! Shredded watermelon is combined with crushed pineapple and coconut for a light and refreshing drink.

Aug 14, 2024 · ‘Otai is a Tongan coconut-based drink made using local, fresh coconuts, seasonable fruits, and a variety of aromatic spices. It has a creamy consistency and is considered to be refreshing.

Jun 29, 2015 · ‘Otai (pronounced OH – tie) is a refreshing summer drink that doubles as the perfect end to a summer barbecue or any summer gathering. It has its roots in Polynesia where Tongans, Samoans, Hawaiians and Fijians, to name a few, would enjoy this yummy concoction.

Oct 13, 2022 · 'Otai is a wonderfully refreshing fruit drink made from tropical fruit like watermelon, pineapple, can of coconut milk, coconut water, and lime juice with a little simple syrup as a sweetener. A perfect summertime refreshment.

Lavinia Uhila & Nastassia Wolfgramm together with Chef Sio show us how to make a fave island drink perfect for summer - Otai (Juice)