Senegalese Bissap (Hibiscus Tea) with Ginger and Mint
A refreshing and naturally gluten-free Senegalese hibiscus tea, known as Bissap. This version is infused with ginger and mint for a zesty and cooling beverage, perfect for a light lunch or a hot day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Dried Hibiscus Flowers
- 6 cups Water
- 2 inch piece (sliced) Fresh Ginger
- 1/4 cup Fresh Mint Leaves
- 1/4 cup Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Lime Juice
Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.
Instructions
- 1Rinse the dried hibiscus flowers.
- 2In a large pot, combine hibiscus flowers, water, and sliced ginger. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- 3Remove from heat and stir in sugar and fresh mint leaves. Let steep for 5 minutes.
- 4Strain the tea through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove the flowers and ginger.
- 5Stir in lime juice. Let cool completely before serving over ice. Garnish with mint sprigs or lime slices, if desired.
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