Sobolo

 Sobolo, also known as hibiscus tea, is a popular and refreshing drink found in parts of Africa, particularly in Ghana.

Ingredients:

2 cups of dried hibiscus flowers

8 cups of water

1 cup of sugar (adjust to taste)

Ginger (a medium-sized piece), grated

Optional: Pineapple juice, lemon juice, or mint leaves for extra flavour

Preparation:

-Boil water in a large bowl.

-Once the water is boiling, add the dried hibiscus flowers and grated ginger.

-Also, add the peels of the pineap­ple and lemon to the boiling mixture to give it a strong scent and flavour.

-Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20-30 minutes. The longer it simmers, the stronger the flavour.

-After simmering, turn off the heat

 and strain the mixture to remove the flowers, peels, and ginger.

-While the liquid is still hot, add sugar to your taste and stir until it’s completely dissolved.

-If you want to add more flavours, now is the time to add pineapple juice, lemon juice, or mint leaves. This step is option­al but can enhance the taste.

– Let the sobolo cool down to room temperature. Once cooled, you can refrigerate it until it’s chilled.

-Serve the sobolo chilled. You can garnish it with lemon slices or mint leaves for a refreshing and appealing look.

– Boil about a cup of water and dissolve your sugar in it to make a concentrated syrup and pour in your sobolo. This method works better than adding sugar directly.

Enjoy your homemade Sobolo, a perfect drink for any occasion!

Source: Pulse.com