Healthy Hibiscus Tea AKA SOBOLO, ZOBO, BISSAP SORREL Tea with Pineapple, Honey, Ginger, Lemon!!!!

Ingredients

• 2 cups Dried Hibiscus Flowers (washed and drained)
• 2 inches Fresh Ginger (peeled and sliced or blended)
• 1 large Lemon (sliced, zest optional)
• 6 whole Cloves (whole cloves)
• 4 pods Green Cardamom Pods (lightly crushed)
• 1 pineapple Pineapple Skin (skin only, washed thoroughly)
• 2 liters Water (filtered)
• 3 tablespoons Honey (add to taste after cooling)

Instructions

1. Wash Ingredients

   Rinse the dried hibiscus flowers and pineapple skin under cold running water to remove any dust or pesticide residue.

   Time: PT5M

2. Prepare Pineapple and Ginger

   Peel a fresh pineapple, set the fruit aside for another use, and keep the skin. Peel and slice the ginger into thin pieces.

   Time: PT5M

3. Slice Lemon and Gather Spices

   Slice the lemon into rounds and set aside. Measure out the whole cloves and lightly crush the green cardamom pods.

   Time: PT5M

4. Combine Ingredients in Pot

   Place the washed hibiscus, pineapple skin, ginger slices, lemon slices, cloves, and cardamom pods into a large pot.

   Time: PT2M

5. Add Water and Bring to Boil

   Add 2 liters of filtered water to the pot and bring to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 100°C

6. Simmer and Steep

   Reduce heat to medium and let the mixture simmer for 15‑20 minutes, allowing the hibiscus to release its deep burgundy color.

   Time: PT20M

   Temperature: 90°C

7. Cool the Brew

   Remove the pot from heat and let the tea cool completely to room temperature (about 10 minutes).

   Time: PT10M

8. Strain and Wring

   Place a fine mesh strainer over a pitcher, pour the tea through, and press the solids with the back of a spoon to extract all juice.

   Time: PT5M

9. Sweeten

   Stir in honey to taste, ensuring it is fully dissolved.

   Time: PT2M

10. Serve

    Serve the sobolo chilled over ice or warm as desired.

    Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

80

Protein

0g

Carbohydrates

20g

Fat

0g

Fiber

2g