Drinks
Bu (Fresh Coconut Water)
The Quirky Foodster Team
Ingredients
- 1 whole Young green coconut Ice cubes (optional) to serve to serve
Method
- Stand the coconut on a stable, flat surface.
- Using the back of a heavy knife, strike firmly around the top in a circular motion to score the husk.
- Continue striking until you can lift off a small circular cap, exposing the water inside.
- Insert a straw directly into the coconut, or pour the water into a glass over ice.
- Drink fresh; the soft young flesh inside can also be scooped out and eaten afterward.
Introduction: Bu, the water of a young green coconut, is Fiji’s most natural refreshment, drunk straight from the shell throughout the islands, especially after physical work or in the heat of the day.
Cultural Background: Bu, the water of a young green coconut, is Fiji’s most natural refreshment, drunk straight from the shell throughout the islands, especially after physical work or in the heat of the day.
Tips: Choose coconuts that feel heavy for their size — a sign of ample water inside. Chill the whole coconut beforehand for the most refreshing drink.
Variations: Add a squeeze of lime for a tangy twist. Blend the water with the soft flesh for a thicker coconut drink. Already vegan as written.
Storage: Best drunk immediately after opening; refrigerate opened coconut water for up to 1 day.
Reheating: Not applicable — served chilled or at room temperature.
FAQs:
Q: What does ‘bu’ mean?
A: Bu is the Fijian word specifically for a young, green drinking coconut, distinct from a mature brown coconut.
Q: Is bu the same as coconut milk?
A: No — coconut milk is made by pressing grated mature coconut flesh, while bu is the naturally occurring water inside a young coconut.
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