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How to Make Zobo Drink



Hello People,
 I will be sharing how to make Zoborodo drink (Zobo for short). It is a red coloured drink hence I call it "Naija Red Wine" *LOL. It has been proven to lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels. It is a rich source of Vitamin C.This drink is very popular in Nigeria especially the Northern part and enjoyed when served chilled. It is made from dried hibiscus plants. I love to make my Zobo with all natural ingredients instead of using artificial flavours.
A glass of Zobo Drink

Ingredients:
Zobo leaves (Dried Hibiscus Plants)
Water
Granulated Sugar (to taste)
Ginger (Optional) *it gives the zobo that "mmmmm"
1 medium sized Pineapple (including the rind)
Lemon wheel (for décor) *optional
Tools:
Aluminium Pot
Sieve
Knife
Wooden spatula
Direction:
1. Wash Zobo leaves to remove sand and dust in plenty of water.
2. Wash Pineapple, peel and cut into cubes.
*Don't throw the rind (back) away
3. Wash and peel the ginger
4. Place the leaves, pineapple cubes, rind and ginger in a pot, add water and boil for 30 minutes stirring intermittently.
5. Turn off heat, pour the content through a sieve into a big bowl so as to get only the Zobo juice. Add sugar (this will depend on how sweet you want it to taste) stir properly
6. Pour into bottles and refrigerate.
Enjoy when chilled.


Pot containing Zobo leaves, ginger, pineapple cubes & rind


Zobo in bottles (Set to be refrigerated)



 Kitchen Tips:
Zobo has a sour taste, so adding sugar to it helps 
It ferments when not refrigerated. So keep refrigerated to preserve its taste


 Regards,
Nite

*Always wash your hands before and after handling food items
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