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Discover dried hibiscus flowers from Cameroon, also known as bissap. Their tart flavour and deep red colour make them a popular ingredient for infusions and homemade drinks, served hot or cold.
To prepare bissap, steep the flowers in hot water, then strain. Sweeten to taste and allow to cool for a refreshing drink. You can also add ginger, mint or lemon.
Origin: Cameroon.
Product form: dried flowers.
Uses: infusions, homemade bissap and cocktails.
Here is a recipe for a refreshing hibiscus iced tea:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups dried hibiscus flowers
- 8 cups water
- 1/2 cup sugar (or to taste)
- 1 lemon, sliced
- Ice cubes
Instructions:
- Bring the water to a boil in a large pot.
- Add the dried hibiscus flowers and simmer for 5-10 minutes until the water turns a rich red colour.
- Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the sugar until it is completely dissolved.
- Add the lemon slices and let the tea steep for another 5 minutes.
- Strain the tea through a fine sieve to remove the hibiscus flowers and lemon slices.
- Allow the tea to cool and then place it in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours.
- Serve the hibiscus iced tea with ice cubes and enjoy!
Tip: If you like, you can also refine the tea with fresh mint leaves or ginger pieces.