HIBISCUS TEA (EGYPT)
ZWT7 Africa. Very popular in Egypt and Sudan. This beverage is said to have been a preferred drink of the pharaohs. In Egypt and Sudan, wedding celebrations are traditionally toasted with a glass of hibiscus tea. In Egypt, karkadé as it is called in Arabic, is used as a means to lower blood pressure if consumed in high amounts. Every busy street, train station, bus depot, has its vendors & the dried flowers may be found in every market. From, www.congocookbook.com.
Provided by UmmBinat
Categories Punch Beverage
Time 25m
Yield 8 cups, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Briefly rinse the dried flowers in cool water.
- In a saucepan heat two quarts (approximately two litres) of cold water. As soon as the water begins to boil, add the dried hibiscus. Immediately remove from heat and let the flowers steep for ten minutes.
- Pour the water from the pot into a pitcher using a strainer (lined with a cheesecloth) to separate the flowers from the water. (Be sure not to pour any of the flower sediment into the pitcher.).
- Stir in the sugar.
- Add any other flavorings (if desired).
- Add ice and chill completely.
- May be served over ice as well.
- Note: One common combination of flavorings is vanilla and mint. Bissap can be prepared double-strength, by using only half as much water. The resulting Jus de Bissap can be mixed with seltzer water, or lemon-lime soda. Jus de Bissap can also be mixed in cocktails.
- Also called l'Oseille de Guinée, Guinea Sorrel, and Karkadé.
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MD. Raihan
[email protected]This is my favorite hibiscus tea recipe. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love the way the hibiscus flowers smell and taste. I also like the fact that it's very healthy.
Barsisa Hirko
[email protected]I love to drink this tea in the evening. It's very calming and relaxing. I also find that it helps me sleep better.
Mirriam Pendlani
[email protected]This tea is a great way to start my day. It's light and refreshing, and it gives me a little boost of energy. I also like the fact that it's very healthy.
Rabin Bhandari
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of hibiscus tea, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The tea is very flavorful and refreshing. I especially like the way the cloves add a subtle spice to the tea.
M hayat
[email protected]This is a very unique and flavorful tea. I've never had anything like it before. I love the way the hibiscus flowers smell and taste. I will definitely be making this tea again.
Mba Ricardo
[email protected]I love the beautiful red color of this tea. It's so vibrant and eye-catching. The flavor is also very good. It's tart and refreshing, with a slightly sweet finish.
Jeremy Yandell
[email protected]This tea is a great way to cool down on a hot day. It's also very healthy, so I feel good about drinking it. I would definitely recommend this tea to anyone looking for a refreshing and healthy beverage.
Rafsan Imtias Jaman
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this tea. I'm not usually a fan of herbal teas, but this one is really good. It's light and flavorful, and it has a beautiful red color.
Fane Benogo
[email protected]This is the best hibiscus tea I've ever had. It's so flavorful and refreshing. I love the way the hibiscus flowers smell and taste. I'll definitely be making this tea again.
Alikhan Khan
[email protected]I've been making this tea for years and it's always a favorite. The hibiscus flowers give it a beautiful red color and a slightly tart flavor. I like to add a little honey to sweeten it up.
Pro cash
[email protected]I love this tea! It's so easy to make and it's so refreshing. I like to drink it hot or cold, and it's always a hit with my friends and family.
Sunbo Ajibade
[email protected]This hibiscus tea recipe is a delightful blend of flavors and aromas. The tartness of the hibiscus flowers is perfectly balanced by the sweetness of the sugar and the subtle spice of the cloves. The result is a refreshing and flavorful tea that is pe