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Trini Sorrel Drink Recipe | Non Alcoholic Drinks | Trinidad | Caribbean

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Sorrel Drink

Cultural Context

Originating from West Africa, Sorrel Drink is made from the vibrant hibiscus flower, known locally as 'sorrel' or 'zobo'. Traditionally enjoyed during festive occasions, it embodies the region's rich flavors and communal spirit. Today, it has gained popularity beyond Africa, with variations appearing in Caribbean and Latin American cuisines, celebrated for its refreshing taste and vibrant color.

GhanaianGHdrink
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
fresh sorrel
water
2 cinnamon sticks
6 cloves
fresh ginger
sugar

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness with less processing.

pineapple juice

🥗Healthier: fresh pineapple

💰Cheaper: canned pineapple

Fresh pineapple enhances flavor and nutrients.

ginger

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: ground ginger

Turmeric offers similar warmth and health benefits.

cloves

🥗Healthier: allspice

💰Cheaper: cinnamon

Allspice provides a similar aromatic profile.

1

Clean the fresh sorrel by cutting around the seeds and pulling them out.

2

Rinse the cleaned sorrel.

3

Fill a pot with water and add the cleaned sorrel.

4

Add 2 cinnamon sticks, 6 cloves, and fresh ginger to the pot.

5

Bring the mixture to a boil and let it cook on the stove for 20 to 30 minutes.

6

After boiling, turn off the heat and let it cool for a few minutes.

7

Strain the mixture to remove the solids.

8

Sweeten the strained liquid with sugar to taste.

Cooking Techniques

boilingstrainingmixingchilling

Equipment Needed

pot

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegan

Also Known As

ZoboBissap

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