Sugar-Free Coconut Water Recipe

water kefir grains

🥗Healthier: kombucha starter

💰Cheaper: store-bought probiotic capsules

Probiotic capsules are easier to find and often cheaper.

coconut water

🥗Healthier: filtered water

💰Cheaper: tap water

Filtered water can provide hydration without added sugars.

ginger

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: ground ginger

Ground ginger is more affordable and has similar flavor notes.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar adds acidity without the cost of fresh lemons.

Open the coconuts and pour the coconut water into a clean glass jar.

Scrape out the remaining coconut flesh into the jar.

Add the probiotic powder to the jar, ensuring to discard the capsule.

Use a wooden spatula to stir the mixture gently.

Cover the jar with a lid and place it in a warm dark place.

Let the mixture ferment for about 3 days, opening the lid occasionally to release gas.

After 3 days, check the fermentation progress and taste the coconut water.

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