20 mintime
Mediumdifficulty
4Servings
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Nutrition facts
90 kcalCalories
0.3 gProtein
23 gCarbs
0.1 gFat
Approximate values estimated by AI
Agua de Jamaica con Jengibre y Chile (Hibiscus Tea with Ginger and Chili)
75% authentic · Mexican Fusion
A creative twist on Agua de Jamaica, infusing it with the warming spice of fresh ginger and a subtle kick from a dried chili pepper for a complex and invigorating flavor profile.
Ingredients
Servings4
- Dried hibiscus flowers (flor de jamaica)1 cup
- Water8 cups
- Fresh ginger, sliced1-inch piece
- Dried chili pepper (e.g., chile de árbol), optional1
- Granulated sugar or piloncillo, to taste1/2 cup
Steps
- 1
Rinse the dried hibiscus flowers.
- 2
In a pot, combine hibiscus flowers, 8 cups of water, sliced ginger, and the dried chili pepper (if using).
- 3
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- 4
Remove from heat and let steep for another 10 minutes.
- 5
Strain the liquid into a pitcher, discarding solids.
- 6
Stir in sugar or piloncillo until dissolved. Adjust sweetness and spice level.
- 7
Chill thoroughly. Serve over ice.
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