Kidney-friendly Sorrel (Hibiscus) Tea: Enjoy a refreshing Caribbean drink with dried sorrel flowers, ginger, and a hint of honey
Ingredients
Yield:
- 2 cups of dried sorrel (hibiscus) flowers
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 3-4 slices of fresh ginger
- 4 cups of water
- ¼ cup honey or alternative sweetener (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp lime juice (optional)
- Ice cubes (for serving)
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Directions
Nutritional InformationPrep: 5 min, Cook: 45 min, Total: 50 min
- Rinse the dried sorrel flowers under cold water to remove any dust or impurities.
- Boil the water and add rinsed sorrel flowers, cinnamon stick, and ginger slices.
- Reduce the heat to medium and let simmer for about 10-15 minutes.
- Remove the pot from the heat and let it steep for additional 30 minutes to an hour.
- Strain the mixture to remove the sorrel flowers, ginger slices, and cinnamon stick.
- Stir the honey while the tea is still warm.
- Add lime juice if desired.
- Let the tea cool to room temperature. Serve over ice for a refreshing beverage.
Nutrients per serving
- 1 serving: 1 cup
- Calories: ~80 kcals
- Protein: 0 g
- Sodium: ~ 5mg
- Potassium: ~95 mg
- Calcium: ~10 mg
- Phosphorus: ~15 mg