• INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups of hibiscus leaves (roselle).
• 1 medium-sized ripe Pineapple for flavour (optional).
• 3 large-sized pieces of Ginger.
• Spices (cloves, dried chilis black pepper, grains of paradise, grains of selim, cinnamon sticks, bay leaves, nutmeg, etc.)
• 1 cup of Sugar (optional).

The spices above are optional. Also, one may add the desired combination and quantity. The flavouring is also customizable. Instead of pineapple, one may use strawberry, banana, apple, or lemon.

• PREPARATION STEPS

• Wash hibiscus leaves thoroughly and pour into a large saucepan.
•  Add the blended spices and ginger to the leaves and water to cover up the leaves.
• Place under high heat.
•  Allow it to boil for 10-20 minutes (Until water changes color)
• Using a sieve or colander, drain and separate the drink from the cooked leaves and spices.
• Wash, peel and blend pineapple until smooth.
• Pour into the sobolo drink and stir.
• Sieve drink with a fine mesh strainer.
• Allow the drink to cool. Then add sugar or sweetener (if desired).
• Serve warm or add ice to chill.
• Bottle drink and store in a fridge.

Sobolo drink is rich in iron and minerals which help to boost the immune system. The drink is also high in flavonoids which are powerful antioxidants for the body. So, get cooking and spice up your day with a cup of spicy sobolo.

Reference

Information from https://myrecipejoint.com/sobolo-bissap/, and https://thecanadianafrican.com/sobolo-spiced-hibiscus-drink/ was used in this story.