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Agua de jamaica
Simmer hibiscus in 500ml water 10 minutes. Steep 10 more off the heat.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Agua de jamaica take?
1 hr 20 min all in โ 5 min prep, 15 min cook, 1 hr rest. Cook and rest follow the method. Leftover storage and optional extra waits are not included.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 6 glasses. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Very easy.
How spicy is it?
No chilli.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Vegan, Gluten-free, Dairy-free.
What does it cost to cook?
Cheap night โ about Under $8 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Saucepan.
How much salt do I put in?
This recipe does not list a salt amount. We will not invent one.
How much sugar?
80 g (to taste) of Sugar.
What can I use instead?
Sugar โ Honey or piloncillo. Darker, still a cooler.
Any tips from this recipe?
Too sweet and it tastes like a sports drink. Add sugar gradually. Ginger in the simmer is a house extra.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.