Okay, so I think it's kind of funny that I can go weeks at a time without posting any type of dessert and this is the third dessert that I've posted in a row. Crazy. And this isn't the end of it folks, there's another one comin' atcha tomorrow. But that will be the end of them. At least for a few days. This one is a fantastic way to use some Hibiscus or Jamaica water concentrate. While I did talk about Agua de Jamaica last summer, that was a full batch of the water. This is a batch of concentrate and popsicles (or paletas) made from that concentrate. You can dilute the rest of the concentrate about 50/50 concentrate to water (or to taste) and pour it over ice for a cool, refreshing beverage. You could also heat it up at the same ratio for some hibiscus tea. Or use the concentrate to make a fantastic marinade for some steak. The possibilities are endless. Just like adding chunks of mango to the mango popsicles, this adds a great sweet, smooth contrast to the tang of the hibiscus.
Hibiscus and Mango Popsicles
Jamaica Paletas con Mango
from the kitchen of girlichef
yield: lots...or a few...
concentrate (yield: ~2 qt):
2 oz. dried Hibiscus flowers (Jamaica)
8 c. water
~1 c. superfine sugar
for popsicles:
hibiscus concentrate (how much depends on size of your popsicles molds)
Jamaica Paletas con Mango
from the kitchen of girlichef
yield: lots...or a few...
concentrate (yield: ~2 qt):
2 oz. dried Hibiscus flowers (Jamaica)
8 c. water
~1 c. superfine sugar
for popsicles:
hibiscus concentrate (how much depends on size of your popsicles molds)
mango, peel & diced small (~1 mango for every 16 popsicles)
These look gorgeous! Hibiscus is plenty in this part of the world; while we use a lot in our traditional medicines and remedies, use in food is limited.
ReplyDeleteQue politos más deliciosos, que fresqutos.
ReplyDeleteSaludos
that is the most wonderful-looking popsicle!
ReplyDeleteThose pops looks super refreshing,catchy and very interesting..
ReplyDeletemango and hibiscus!!! awesome!!!
ReplyDeleteThis could become a summer staple in my house!
ReplyDeletejamaica with mango, now that's a freaking awesome combo!! sweet and tart nad cool..oh I gotta make these. I have been on a paleta trip for the last weeks..thanks!! I love your mold and your mango paleat post. rico, rico
ReplyDeletebonnie
sweetlife
I never would have dreamed of combining these flavors, but having seen them paired this way I'm sure they are delicious. This is a treat that I really have to try. Have a great day. Blessings...Mary
ReplyDeleteThis looks delicious and they are bound to be a healthy desert as hibiscus is full of vitamin C. Where do you get your hibiscus flowers?
ReplyDelete@Bonnie...thanks! That means alot coming from the Paleta Queen ;)
ReplyDelete@Miko's Girl...I buy my Hibiscus Flowers in the local Mexican market.
Hmm I wonder where I could find hibiscus flowers here. Need to investigate! This dessert is so refreshing. Definitely the perfect post-bbq treat!
ReplyDeletewow, that is something I will fight for, I would want it so badly. Love the color, description everything.
ReplyDeleteOh..that looks so gorgeous! Lovely color and I do have loads of Hibiscus in my backyard..need to try.
ReplyDeleteWow thats a brand new idea for me.. I can try this with those lovely hibiscus dry flowers you sent me :D Yummm
ReplyDeletelove those easy to make popsicles and love your flavor combination come see me at http://shopannies.blogspot.com
ReplyDeleteThat's a very diff type of popsicles .. and that bright red color .. loving it :)
ReplyDeletei love agua de jamaica! aaand mango! double deliciousness! perfect for summer. -Viv
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What a fun recipe! I've never cooked anything with hibiscus before but your recipe is definitely intriguing me :)
ReplyDeletedelicious!! Honestly always I love mangos!! are delicious!! gloria
ReplyDeletewow love these so refreshing
ReplyDeletewow love these so refreshing
ReplyDeleteI'm all about dessert...especially dessert that is this refreshing! Thank you for sharing another beautiful recipe with me. I'm sorry I've been so absent! You are an inspiration and a blessing. I hope you have a wonderful end to your week, my sweet friend!
ReplyDeleteGreat idea for summer! Now if we'd only get some summer weather here in the Pacific NW...
ReplyDeleteWOWWWWW....that's the only word I can say when I saw this:)
ReplyDeleteAmazing how you turned this local flower in my country in such a lovely popsicle!!:D
Love the natural shade of color too....;)
Never knew the hibiscus was edible. Oh by the way, I only live 15 miles south of you in Bremen.
ReplyDeleteI was just looking at the hibiscus blossoms in my pantry thinking that I needed to do something with some of them. These pops look like the perfect use. ;-)
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking up your recipe at Cast Party Wednesday. I hope you come back tomorrow and share some more of your awesome recipes!
ReplyDeleteThanks,
I hope to see you there!
Lol, I did think it was interesting that you posted so many desserts in a row. These look so refreshing, I've actually never had Jamaica but Benihana has this hibiscus tea that's pretty tasty so I assume that's around what it tastes like. I think this would taste good with a little alcohol in them, some vodka maybe? Not sure if they'd completely set, but that'd make a nice summer treat!
ReplyDelete-Rosie