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Obviously, rhubarb is vastly different in appearance from sorrel. You will have to blend the rhubarb until it forms a paste and then use it as a sorrel paste substitute. Other Substitutes for SorrelUnfortunately for me, I’m in a family where only one or two people make sorrel every Christmas and the rest of the family expects a bottle from them. So I can’t even enjoy the whole pot like I want to since I have to share. Hopefully, my family takes a look at this recipe and learns how to MAKE IT THEMSELVES! My brother, who lives in Italy, was most intrigued by the idea of making a drink spiced drink from sorrel and plans to make it this christmas. Remember to see my note above about achieving a strong brew! Reduce to a gentle simmer and let it go for about 30 minutes. Then remove off the heat, cover and let it steep for a few hours. Mom would always go overnight for maximum flavor. If you’re wondering what orange peel is.. mom always had the peel (skin) of oranges she would peel for us, hung in a corner of the kitchen to dry. The dried orange peel (skin) would then be used to flavor drinks like sorrel and also make some wonderful (soothing) teas. Yes, hibiscus and sorrel are the same and refer to the hibiscus sabdariffa flower. What is Sorrel Used For?

Sugar —sorrel is pretty tart, so you need to sweeten it to balance things out. I use granulated sugar to sweeten mine, but you can use brown sugar too. Many different people all over the Caribbean make their sorrel differently. Some add different spices, fruit, wine etc. Today I’ll be teaching you guys how to make the more simplified, yet incredible version my grandmother’s been making for decades. Richardson, M. A. Research of complementary/alternative medicine therapies in oncology: promising but challenging. J Clin Oncol. 1999;17(11 Suppl):38-43. View abstract. It’s also high in fiber, which can promote regularity, increase feelings of fullness, and help stabilize blood sugar levels ( 4).Stopps G, White S, Clements D, Upadhyaya M. The biology of Canadian weeds. 149. Rumex acetosella L. Can J Plant Sci. 2011;91(6):1037-52. doi:10.4141/cjps2011-042 Serve over ice and garnish with lime/orange wedge or peel, and enjoy. Sorrel Drink Steeping in Large Pot Straining the Sorrel Drink After 12hrs Recipe Variations and Substitutions Add Fruit –slice fruit like lemon, lime, oranges, and pineapples and throw them in for a tropical punch.

And given I can easily get some myself, whereas I wouldn't even know what the Italian version of it even smells like, I can make some of this mystical West Indian sorrel drink myself! Karn H and Moore MJ. The use of the herbal remedy ESSIAC in an outpatient cancer population. Proc Annu Meet Am Soc Clin Oncol 1997;16:A245. Pimento (Allspice)– This is a must if you want the flavour of Jamaica. You can also add a few berries to the drink when storing it. Sorrel, the Jamaican name for a type of hibiscus flower, is a popular drink in many parts of the world. While it is deliciously refreshing and can be enjoyed anytime of year, its festive color and seasonal spices make it an ideal Christmas punch.For many Caribbean folks, Christmas time isn’t complete without Sorrel Tea. This hibiscus flower tea gets its all-natural, vibrant red hue from the sorrel plant. It’s a feel-good, spiced tea that’s brewed with the warming goodness of cinnamon, cloves, allspice, and cardamom. You’ll also love the citrus notes and ginger-rich zing that steeps with this sweet/tart, refreshing drink! One glass just isn’t enough! Bring a large pot of water to a rapid boil. Add ginger, sorrel (dried or fresh), and allspice berries (pimento berries/seeds). Give a stir, and let simmer for 15 minutes. Then remove from heat and let sit, covered for 12 hours to overnight. 2. Strain and Sweeten And just like the other Caribbean Christmas treats we’ve discussed, sorrel drink is traditionally produced slightly differently from island to island. Interestingly, while I most closely associate sorrel with Trinidad (thanks to my parents, I guess), many Spanish speaking islands call the drink agua de Jamaica! Sorrel is especially high in vitamin C, a water-soluble vitamin that fights inflammation and plays a key role in immune function ( 3 ).

Jamaican Ginger Root Whole Allspice Berries (Pimento Berries/Seeds) How to Make Jamaican Sorrel Drink 1. Boil, Simmer, then Set Boil: Bring to a boil over medium heat. As soon as the tea boils, remove from the heat. Then add in the citrus zest/peels along with the lemon juice, stir well to combine. This is such a great make-ahead solution! Prep the hibiscus punch a day (or two) in advance and store in the fridge until needed. One test-tube study compared the antioxidant properties of 10 plant extracts and found that red sorrel exhibited the highest antioxidant activity ( 8 ). Neubauer N, Marz RW. Placebo-controlled, randomized, double-blind, clincal trial with Sinupret sugar coated tablets on the basis of a therapy with antibiotics and decongestant nasal drops in acute sinusitis. Phytomedicine 1994;1:177-81.Undoubtedly, sorrel is one of the most unique herbs available. But that makes it difficult to replace in a dish when you cannot find it in your local supermarket. Ohio Agricultural Reasearch and Development Center. Red Sorrel ( Rumex acetosella). Ohio Perennial and Biennial Weed Guide. College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Science, The Ohio State University. 2020.