Ms. Lê Thị Ánh Trinh
Coconut water with lotus seeds is a refreshing drink that combines naturally sweet coconut water with rich, nutty lotus seeds, enhanced by the chewy crunch of coconut jelly for effective hydration. This beverage delivers a perfectly balanced and harmonious flavor. In the article below, you’ll learn how to make it using easy-to-find ingredients and a very simple method.
1. Ingredients for coconut water with lotus seeds and coconut jelly
- Lotus seeds (fresh or dried)
- Fresh coconut water
- Coconut flesh
- Lotus tea bags
- Sugar
- GC Food diced coconut jelly
2. Preparing coconut water with lotus seeds and coconut jelly
2.1 Boiling the lotus seeds
Rinse the lotus seeds thoroughly under clean running water to remove any impurities. If they are not cleaned well, the cooking water may become cloudy, making the drink less visually appealing.
After rinsing, remove the lotus seed cores if they are still intact. Otherwise, the cores can cause the finished drink to taste bitter and unpleasant.
Next, bring a pot of water to a boil and add the lotus seeds to simmer. Fresh lotus seeds take about 15 - 20 minutes to become tender, while dried lotus seeds require a longer cooking time of around 35 - 40 minutes. Simmer over medium heat until the seeds are soft but still hold their shape, then turn off the heat.
2.2 Cooking the lotus seeds with sugar
Strain the pot of lotus seed liquid into two parts: the lotus seeds and the lotus-infused water.
Place the lotus seeds in a pan, add sugar to taste and sauté over low heat. Stir continuously until the sugar fully dissolves and coats the seeds evenly, then turn off the heat. Be sure to keep stirring to prevent the sugar from burning.
Once the lotus seeds are cooked with sugar, return them to the pot of lotus water. Add some filtered water and bring the mixture back to a simmer, adjusting the sugar level to your preference.
When the mixture reaches a boil, turn off the heat. Add two lotus tea bags to the pot and steep for 5 - 10 minutes.
2.3 Mixing coconut water with lotus seeds
After cooking, let the lotus-infused water cool completely before using it to prepare the lotus seed coconut water beverage.
Pour the lotus water and lotus seeds into a glass, then add fresh coconut water along with shredded coconut meat. Add ice cubes or crushed ice for extra chill. Finally, top with GC Food coconut jelly, stir well, and enjoy.
3. Finished drink
The finished coconut water with lotus seeds topped with coconut jelly is a harmonious blend of naturally sweet coconut water and fragrant, nutty lotus-infused water. When enjoyed with sugar-glazed lotus seeds, the drink offers a refreshing yet richly sweet taste. The delicate aroma of lotus combines with lightly creamy coconut meat and chewy coconut jelly to create an irresistible beverage.
Although lotus seed coconut water beverage may not impress from the very first sip, it becomes increasingly refreshing the more you drink, delivering a pure, natural flavor. On hot days, this drink is truly a perfect savior for your taste buds.
GC Food coconut jelly adds an extra refreshing touch, as it is made from Ben Tre coconuts using modern technology that preserves the natural flavor. Thanks to the region’s favorable climate and soil conditions, coconut jelly produced from Ben Tre coconuts retains its signature light sweetness and rich nutritional value in every piece. This is why GC Food coconut jelly stands out and remains distinctive in the market.
GC Food always prioritizes consumer health by applying advanced technology throughout the coconut jelly production process. In addition, the quality of GC Food coconut jelly is proven by international certifications such as FDA and Halal, along with many other prestigious awards.
GC Food coconut jelly is available in a wide variety of flavors and product types, making it easy for customers to choose options that suit their needs. You can explore more high-quality coconut jelly products in our about us section.
This article is compiled by the GC Food Team - Experts in natural ingredients.
