Hibiscus Simple Syrup

This syrup can be used to swirl into cheesecakes, used as a simple syrup in margaritas and used as a drizzle on salads. Use the candied hibiscus on salads too!

If we are what we eat, well I am awfully sweet.

Hibiscus Simple Syrup

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup dried hibiscus

• 2/3 cup sugar

• 1 1/3 cups water
  

Instructions:

1. Add the dried hibiscus, sugar and water to small saucepan.

2. Heat on high heat until lightly boiling.

3. Reduce heat to medium and let simmer for about 20-25 minutes until reduced and slightly thickened.

4. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.

5. Strain the liquid from the hibiscus.

6. Dry the hibiscus on a paper towel and store.

7. Store syrup in air tight jar.