Bissap au Gingembre (Hibiscus Ginger Drink)
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Bissap au GingembreHibiscus Ginger Drink

Bissap au gingembre is a chilled hibiscus drink infused with fresh ginger and balanced with sugar and lime. The strength and sweetness can be adjusted after steeping.

Prep

15m

Cook

15m

Serves

4

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Estimated

Nutrition

Per serving
145kcal

Calories

1g

Protein

0g

Fat

36g

Carbs

Estimated per serving from the base recipe. Actual nutrition may vary.

Before you start

Ingredients

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4

Infusion

  • 60g
    Dried Hibiscus Flowers
  • 1.5l
    Water
  • 20g
    Fresh Ginger (crushed)

Serving

  • 90g
    White Sugar
  • 30ml
    Lime Juice

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Method

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6 steps
  1. 01

    Bring the water to a simmer in a saucepan.

  2. 02

    Add the dried hibiscus flowers and fresh ginger, then simmer gently for 5 minutes so the liquid takes on a deep red color.

  3. 03

    Remove the pan from the heat and let the infusion steep for 10 minutes.

  4. 04

    Strain the liquid into a jug.

  5. 05

    Stir in the white sugar until fully dissolved, then add the lime juice.

  6. 06

    Chill the drink well before serving.

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