Cookbook:Zobo (Nigerian Roselle Beverage)

Zobo is a Nigerian beverage made from roselle (Jamaican sorrel) leaves. It is very sour, so sugar can be added to taste.

Ingredients

 * Roselle (zobo/yakuwa) leaves, washed
 * Water
 * Fresh ginger
 * Ripe pineapple, peeled and cut into pieces
 * Sugar (optional)

Procedure

 * 1) Place roselle leaves in a pot, and cover with water. Bring to a boil.
 * 2) Add ginger and additional water as necessary. Boil until the sorrel leaves are soft.
 * 3) Turn off the heat, and set aside to cool down completely. Remove and discard the leaves.
 * 4) Blend the pineapples. Combine the pineapple juice and roselle liquid.
 * 5) Add any additional ingredients as desired, such as citrus juice or spices. Sweeten with sugar if desired.
 * 6) Pour into bottles and refrigerate. Serve cold.