Roselle Recipe
Make Roselle Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare Roselle Petals
Rinse the roselle petals under cold water to remove any dirt or impurities. Remove the calyx from the petals and set them aside.
- 2
Boil the Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 3
Add Roselle Petals
Once the water is boiling, add the prepared roselle petals to the pot.
- 4
Simmer
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 20 minutes. Stir occasionally.
- 5
Strain the Mixture
After simmering, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean pitcher to separate the liquid from the solids.
- 6
Add Sugar and Lemon Juice
While the liquid is still warm, stir in 1 cup of sugar and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice until fully dissolved.
- 7
Chill the Beverage
Refrigerate the strained roselle drink for at least 1 hour until chilled.
Serving Suggestions
- 8
Prepare for Serving
Once chilled, serve the roselle drink over ice cubes in glasses.
- 9
Garnish
Garnish each glass with fresh mint leaves for added flavor and presentation.