Notes

Karkade is made from the dried petals of roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa), this tart bright red drink can be served either hot or cold. It is said to lower blood pressure. Read more on Roselle here.

Servings

7

Preparation Time

0.25 hours

Ingredients

• 1 cup karkadeh (Hibiscus Flower Petals)
• Water.
• Sugar.

Cooking Instructions

• In a jug, pour boiling water.
• Add karkadeh and sugar.
• Stir till sugar dissolves.
• Leave for a couple of hours till water becomes dark red.
• Drain karkadeh in a fine hole sieve to leave out karkadeh leaves.
• Cool in refrigerator until serving, or serve hot.