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20 Chicken & noodles in spiced coconut water PG
from the Test Kitchen
Make sure you buy pure coconut water, that hasn't been sweetened.
19 PG Coconut, lime & star anise syrup cake
from the Test Kitchen
You can use fresh coconut juice from a young coconut, if you like. Cucumber hydrates, coconut water contains electrolytes to quench your thirst, and lime is an alkaliser.
Cucumber, lime & Coconut water
PREP TIME 10 MINUTES SERVES 2
1 Lebanese cucumber (130g), chopped coarsely
3 cups (750ml) coconut water
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 Push cucumber through a juice extractor into a jug. Stir in coconut water and lime juice.
2 Serve topped with crushed ice and mint sprigs, if you like.
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BUYING
When selecting a coconut, pick it up and give it a little shake - you want to hear the coconut water moving around inside. It should feel heavy for its size and sound hollow when tapped. Take a look at the eyes, they should dry and free of mould.
STORING
A fresh coconut can be stored at room temperature for up to 2 months or refrigerated for up to 4 months.
HOW TO OPEN A COCONUT
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