Ingredients
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1 cup dried hibiscus flowers
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6 cups water
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4 -6 whole cloves
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2 -3 whole cardamom pods
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1 cinnamon stick
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2 -3 slices fresh ginger
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2 -3 tablespoons maple syrup or agave syrup (adjust to taste)
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1 Fresh lemon slices and mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Directions
Adjust the sweetness to your liking, and feel free to experiment with additional spices to create your own unique Ethiopian-inspired hibiscus tea blend.
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In a large pot, combine the dried hibiscus flowers and 6 cups of water. |
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Add the whole cloves, cardamom pods, cinnamon stick, and fresh ginger slices to the pot. |
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Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes. This allows the flavors to infuse into the tea. |
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After simmering, remove the pot from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes. |
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Strain the spiced hibiscus tea into a pitcher, discarding the spices and hibiscus flowers. |
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Stir in 2-3 tablespoons of maple syrup or agave syrup, adjusting the sweetness to your preference. |
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Chill the tea in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving. |
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Serve the spiced hibiscus tea over ice, garnished with fresh lemon slices and mint leaves if desired. |
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Enjoy the unique and exotic flavors of Ethiopian-inspired spiced hibiscus tea! |
