How to Make a Healthy Nigerian Zobo Recipe: Refreshing Hibiscus Drink at Home.

Ingredients

• 2 cups Dried Hibiscus Flowers (rinsed and drained)
• 1 Cinnamon Stick (whole stick)
• 1 stalk Lemongrass (washed, bruised)
• 2 Black Peppercorns (crushed)
• 1 teaspoon Clove (crushed (about 5 whole cloves))
• 1 inch Fresh Ginger (peeled and crushed)
• 1 cup Pineapple Peel (frozen, saved from a fresh pineapple)
• 4 cups Water
• 1 cup Pineapple Juice (extracted from the blended pineapple peel)
• 1 cup Orange Juice (freshly squeezed)

Instructions

1. Rinse Hibiscus Flowers

   Place the dried hibiscus flowers in a colander and rinse quickly under cold running water to remove dust and any loose particles. Drain well.

   Time: PT5M

2. Prepare Spices

   Crush the black peppercorns, clove, and ginger using the back of a spoon or a mortar and pestle. Set aside.

   Time: PT5M

3. Add Aromatics to Pot

   Into the large pot, add the rinsed hibiscus flowers, one cinnamon stick, the bruised lemongrass stalk, crushed spices, and the frozen pineapple peel.

   Time: PT5M

4. Boil the Mixture

   Pour 4 cups of water into the pot, cover, and bring to a rolling boil. Once boiling, reduce heat slightly and simmer for 20–25 minutes.

   Time: PT25M

   Temperature: 100°C

5. Rest the Brew

   Remove the pot from heat and let the brew rest, still covered, for 20–30 minutes so the flavors meld.

   Time: PT25M

6. Strain the Liquid

   Using a fine mesh sieve, strain the liquid into a large bowl, discarding the solids. Press gently to extract as much liquid as possible.

   Time: PT5M

7. Prepare Pineapple for Juice

   Peel the frozen pineapple peel, chop it into small pieces to fit into the blender.

   Time: PT5M

8. Blend Pineapple Juice

   Place the chopped pineapple pieces in the blender with a splash of water and a small piece of fresh ginger. Blend until smooth. If needed, add a little pineapple‑infused liquid to help the blades move.

   Time: PT5M

9. Juice the Oranges

   Squeeze fresh oranges until you have 1 cup of juice. Strain to remove pulp if desired.

   Time: PT5M

10. Combine All Juices

    In a clean bowl, combine the strained hibiscus liquid, the blended pineapple juice, and the fresh orange juice. Stir gently to blend evenly.

    Time: PT3M

11. Chill the Drink

    Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until thoroughly chilled.

    Time: PT2H

12. Serve

    Pour the cold Zobo drink into glasses. Optionally garnish with a slice of orange or a sprig of mint.

    Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

70

Protein

0 g

Carbohydrates

18 g

Fat

0 g

Fiber

0 g