This is a Ghanaian favourite, and appreciated by Western Africans at large.
Due to its nutritious benefits and great taste, it is most preferred during occasions and events such as weddings, festivals, parties, etc.
Sobolo is prepared with Hibiscus leaf and flavoured with other fruits.
PREPARATION
- Pour Hibiscus leaves in a large saucepan and add water.
- Under high heat, put Hisbicus leaves on fire.
- Wash and peel pineapples and ginger.
- Add the pineapple peels and hwentia to Hisbicus leaves. Allow it to boil for 10-15 mins(Until water changes color)
- Using a sieve or colander, drain and separate the drink from the cooked leaves and peels. Sobolo preparation steps
- Blend pineapple and ginger until smooth. Pour into the sobolo drink and stir
- Allow the drink to cool down completely before you add your Splenda Stevia and pineapple syrup(if preferred)
- Store in fridge before use or add ice to sobolo drink.
Benefits of drinking Bissap/Sobolo Drink - Fights fever and nausea.
- It helps in digestion and eases stomach upset.
- Studies have revealed that drinking Hibiscus tea lowers blood pressure in a group of pre-hypertensive and mildly hypertensive adults.