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Ingredients
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Hibiscus Tea Base
Sweetening and Serving
Method
Preparing the Hibiscus Tea
- 1
Boil the Water
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add Hibiscus and Spices
Once the water is boiling, add 1 cup of dried hibiscus flowers, 1 tablespoon of grated fresh ginger root, and 3 cardamom pods. Stir to combine.
- 3
Simmer
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
- 4
Strain the Tea
After 15 minutes, remove the saucepan from the heat. Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the tea into a large pitcher or bowl, discarding the solids.
Sweetening and Serving
- 5
Sweeten the Tea
While the tea is still warm, stir in 2 tablespoons of demerara sugar until dissolved.
- 6
Add Dates
Add the chopped dates to the tea and stir well. Allow to cool for a few minutes.
- 7
Serve
Pour the hibiscus tea into cups or glasses, optionally over ice. Enjoy your refreshing hibiscus ginger tea with a hint of cardamom and sweet dates!