Middle_Eastern
Middle Eastern - Desserts and Sweets
Karkadeh (Sweet Iced Hibiscus Drink)
Chef's Menu Description
An indulgent artisan dessert, beautifully crafted with premium ingredients and presented with exquisite garnishes for a memorable finale.
Ingredients
- • 50g dried hibiscus petals
- • 2 litres water
- • 150g sugar
- • 4 fresh mint sprigs
- • Ice, for serving
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Rinse the dried hibiscus petals quickly under cold water to remove dust.
2
Phase 2
Bring the water to a boil, add the petals, and simmer gently for 10 minutes.
3
Phase 3
Stir in the sugar until fully dissolved while the infusion is hot.
4
Phase 4
Strain through a fine sieve into a pitcher and discard the petals.
5
Phase 5
Refrigerate until deeply ruby-coloured and very cold.
6
Phase 6
Pour over ice and garnish each glass with a mint sprig.