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Nigerian Zobo
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Nigerian Zobo

Nigerian Zobo is a hibiscus leaf-based drink infused with cloves, lemon, pineapple, optional ginger, and cinnamon sticks, creating a flavorful, aromatic beverage. After boiling the ingredients, the mixture is cooled, filtered, and optionally served chilled with ice and sparkling water. This is a refreshing traditional drink that balances tart, spiced, and fruity notes.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 10
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Nigerian

Ingredients

  • 2 kg hibiscus leaves
  • 100 g cloves
  • 4 lemon plural
  • 1 pineapple
  • 2 ginger optional
  • 3 cinnamon stick
  • 2 l water

Instructions

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  1. Wash the hibiscus leaves in a clean dish to get rid of the sand, dirt, and debris. Run the faucet repeatedly to rinse twice.
  2. Slice the ginger, lemons, and pineapple using a cutting board. The cleaned hibiscus should be combined with the remaining ingredients and boiled for 30 minutes in a pot. Let it cool naturally so the flavors infuse.
  3. Decant or filter the mixture and add ice and sparkling water (optional). Serve and garnish with orange and cucumber for extra flavor.

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