Hibiscus flowers

Description

Culinary Notes :

• Use to make hibiscus tea by boiling the petals
• Use to make the Egyptian drink karkade or the West African drink bissap
• Use to make the Mexican drink “Agua de Jamaica”
• Use to make jams, preserves, spices, soups, sauces and marinades
• Use on baked goods
• Use in sweet dishes or as a garnish

Health benefits:

Hibiscus flowers have many health benefits. It contains vitamin C. It is a natural diuretic, controls blood pressure and lowers cholesterol. Also, it has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Country of origin:

West Africa, Asia and Caribbean

Other names or spelling: flor de Jamaica, roselle, carcade, karkadé