Bissap Recipe: Refreshing West African Hibiscus Drink with Ginger & Pineapple
Bissap Recipe: Refreshing West African Hibiscus Drink with Ginger & Pineapple
Bissap (West African Hibiscus Drink)
Introduction:
Bissap is a West African hibiscus drink made with hibiscus, ginger, pineapple juice, and cloves. It is bold, tart, and rich in antioxidants, often enjoyed as a refreshing, vibrant red-colored drink.
Background:
This drink is widely consumed in Senegal and other West African countries due to its cooling properties and health benefits.
Recipe:
- 1 cup dried hibiscus petals
- 4 cups water
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1-inch fresh ginger, grated
- 1/2 tsp cloves
- 1/4 cup sugar or honey
Instructions:
Serve chilled.
Boil hibiscus petals, ginger, and cloves in water for 10 minutes.
Strain the liquid and mix in pineapple juice and sugar.
