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Bissap: Hibiscus Drink Beneficial for Health

Bissap: Hibiscus Drink Beneficial for Health

Authentic bissap recipe: a health-beneficial hibiscus drink. Discover the secrets of this specialty. Step-by-step guide for a successful dish.

Prep.
5 min
Cuisson
15 min
Total
20 min
Servings
6-8 verres
Niveau
Très facile
Cuisine
Afrique de l'Ouest — Sénégal/Mali/Guinée

Ingrédients

Préparation

  1. 1
    Porter l'eau à ébullition dans une casserole.
  2. 2
    Ajouter les fleurs de bissap séchées et laisser infuser 10-15 minutes hors du feu.
  3. 3
    Filtrer en pressant bien les fleurs pour extraire tous les pigments et arômes.
  4. 4
    Sucrer la boisson encore chaude, ajouter la menthe et l'eau de fleur d'oranger.
  5. 5
    Laisser refroidir puis réfrigérer au moins 1 heure avant de servir.
  6. 6
    Servir bien froid sur glaçons, avec une rondelle de citron vert.
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In brief

  • Bissap: a red hibiscus juice
  • Origin: West Africa (Senegal, Mali, Burkina Faso, Côte d'Ivoire)
  • Essential ingredients: dried hibiscus flowers (red bissap), water, sugar, fresh mint
  • Served very chilled, ideal in hot weather or to accompany spicy meals.

Origins and cultural history of Bissap

Bissap has its roots in West Africa. It is found mainly in Senegal, Mali, Burkina Faso and Côte d'Ivoire. It is an integral part of the local culinary heritage and continues to be passed down from generation to generation, from family kitchens to the tables of Afro-Caribbean diaspora restaurants in France.

Served in a jug or a bottle, it accompanies meals as well as gatherings with friends and marks the warmth of the welcome.

What are the essential ingredients of Bissap

The preparation of Bissap relies on a few essential ingredients found in most African and Caribbean online grocery stores, including NKOSI.

  • dried hibiscus flowers (red bissap)
  • water
  • sugar
  • fresh mint
  • orange blossom or vanilla

Nutritional benefits of Bissap

Bissap provides several interesting nutrients: anthocyanins, vitamin C, hydration. To be enjoyed chilled, as a complement to a balanced and well-hydrated diet.

Frequently asked questions about Bissap

How to store Bissap after preparation?

Bissap keeps for 3 to 5 days in the refrigerator in a closed bottle. It can also be frozen as ice cubes for extended use.

Can Bissap be adapted for children?

Yes, by reducing the sugar or removing the very spicy ingredients. You can also dilute the preparation with still or sparkling water.

Where can I find the ingredients for Bissap in France?

NKOSI offers the essential ingredients through its online shop nkosiagro.com, with delivery in France and Europe.

Find them in the NKOSI shop

And for more flavours, browse our NKOSI catalogue — African and Caribbean grocery online.

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