Bissap (senegalese Serenade)
Bissap, also known as hibiscus tea, is a popular beverage in Senegal, known for its refreshing and tangy flavor. This recipe will guide you through making this delightful drink, which is perfect for any time of the day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried hibiscus flowers
- 8 cups water
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring the water to a boil.
- Add the hibiscus flowers to the boiling water and remove from heat.
- Let the flowers steep for 10-15 minutes.
- Strain the liquid into a pitcher, discarding the flowers.
- Stir in the sugar and vanilla extract until the sugar is dissolved.
- Refrigerate the bissap until chilled.
- Serve over ice and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 5 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 50 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 12g
- Fat
- 0g
- Protein
- 0g
Supplies
Large pot Pitcher Strainer
Tools
Spoon Measuring cup
Serving suggestions
Bissap is best served chilled over ice, and it pairs well with savory snacks or light appetizers.
Tips & tricks
For a variation, you can add a splash of lemon juice or a few mint leaves to the bissap for an extra refreshing twist.
Cost
$5