Karkanji Hibiscus Tea Africa Recipe

Beat the heat with this vibrant and refreshing Karkanji Hibiscus Tea! Made with readily available ingredients (even grown in your own garden!), this traditional Chadian drink is a delicious and affordable thirst quencher. Perfect for hot days, this subtly sweet tea is also believed to soothe cold and flu symptoms. Discover the simple recipe and share this flavorful beverage with family and friends – it's even a popular home-based business opportunity! Learn how to make this easy, delicious, and potentially health-boosting drink today!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 2398.8 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Karkanji Hibiscus Tea Africa

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How to Make Karkanji Hibiscus Tea Africa

  1. Add 4 cups (1 quart) of water to a medium saucepan.
  2. Add 1 cup of dried hibiscus flowers to the water. (Adjust amount to your preference; more flowers = stronger flavor).
  3. Add desired spices: 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced (or 1 teaspoon ground ginger); 1 cinnamon stick (or 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon); and 3-4 whole cloves.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  5. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  6. Add sweetener: 1/4 cup granulated sugar or honey (or to taste). Stir well to dissolve. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat and let cool completely for at least 1 hour (or refrigerate for a quicker chill).
  8. Add ice to each serving glass.
  9. Pour the cooled Karkanji tea over the ice and serve. Enjoy hot or cold!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

2401g

Fat

0g

Carbs

205g