Sorghum Leaf Tea

Name: Sorghum Leaf Tea
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 2 Sorghum leaf (dry); 2 cups Water; Date Syrup/ Powder (optional, adjust to taste); Lemon or mint (optional)

Embark on a journey of wholesome refreshment with this simple yet exotic Sorghum Tea recipe. Begin by simmering dried sorghum leaves to your preferred thickness, creating a soothing fragrant infusion. Customize your cup with a touch of date syrup or powder for sweetness, and elevate the experience with a slice of lemon or a sprig of mint.

Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

Servings: 1

2

Sorghum leaf dry
2 cups

Water
Date Syrup/ Powder optional, adjust to taste
Lemon or mint optional

Instructions

Rinse the sorghum leaf thoroughly under cold water to remove any debris or impurities.
Boil 2 cups of water in a medium sized saucepan
Add the rinsed sorghum leaf to the boiling water.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let the sorghum simmer for about 30-40 minutes.
Remove it from heat once the sorghum tea has reached your preferred consistency.
Strain the tea through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a teapot or serving pitcher to remove the solid leaf.
Add date syrup or date powder to sweeten the tea, if desired, and a slice of lemon or a sprig of mint for extra flavour.
Serve the sorghum tea hot or let it cool and refrigerate it for a refreshing cold drink.

Notes

When preparing your sorghum tea, carefully strain the liquid with a fine sieve or cheesecloth. This crucial step ensures no leaf particles enter your cup, delivering a smooth and satisfying tea experience.