Zobo is a bright red coloured drink made from dried hibiscus flowers, it’s quite easy to make, tasty and refreshing.
INGREDIENTS
- 2 packed cups zobo leaves – hibiscus flower
- 1 medium pineapple, peeled & cubed
- 1 heaped tablespoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon cloves
- Thumb size ginger
- 10 cups water
- Sugar to taste
PROCEDURE
Step 1
Get your ingredients ready.
Step 2
Rinse the Zobo leaves properly making sure to get rid of dust and sand. Transfer to a pot and add 10 cups of water.
Step 3
Add the pineapple, cloves and cinnamon powder. Stir, cover and allow to boil on medium heat.
Step 4
For about 40 minutes.
Step 5
Pour the contents into a bowl and allow to cool till warm.
Step 6
Sieve the drink. Take out the ginger and pineapples, transfer into a blender and blend until smooth then pass through a sieve and mix with the zobo, optional. Add sugar to taste and allow to cool completely.
Step 7
Bottle and refrigerate until cool. Enjoy!