How To Make A Spiced Sorrel Drink From The Caribbean.

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  • čas přidán 3. 11. 2011
  • How to make Sorrel as it's made in the Caribbean using a traditional recipe from Trinidad and Tobago. This spiced sorrel drink is popular around the Christmas season in the Caribbean, since that's when the sorrel flower blooms and is available for use. However I'm using dried sorrel in this recipe for the drink.
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  • @caribbeanpot
    @caribbeanpot  Před 12 lety +106

    @Scoop763 Note that my videos are for a wide audience who may not know everything about Caribbean cuisine, thus the "talk too much" explanations. See that little X on the top right of your page, feel free to use it rather that complain. I love to talk and make to apologies for it.

    • @hrh-PanF
      @hrh-PanF Před 4 lety +2

      caribbeanpot - 🤣🤣 you should become a "Storyteller"!... you'd be very very good at it! Have you ever seriously considered becoming a "Storyteller"?... you would be a star overnight... instant success (raking in load$ of money$)!!!

    • @ernestpile8665
      @ernestpile8665 Před 4 lety +7

      caribbeanpot Talk all you want so long as you continue to deliver exquisite cuisine from your kitchen!

    • @MrNawfsideVet
      @MrNawfsideVet Před 3 lety +3

      we love ur talking bruh thats why were here

    • @jasonsahadeo5740
      @jasonsahadeo5740 Před rokem +1

      100% we're here for the explanations, that's how we get better, because after a video we understand what we need to do.

    • @lokey7854
      @lokey7854 Před rokem

      @caibbeanpot you didn’t show how you strained the sorrel! You talked lot though. Thanks!

  • @paulaoyedele2081
    @paulaoyedele2081 Před 4 lety +13

    I just made this for my West African husband today, though they call it Zobo. But I put fresh pineapple in with the sorrel and much more ginger. Then after it was strained I added drink crystals instead of sugar.....so yummy.

  • @nataliegilbert7412
    @nataliegilbert7412 Před 8 lety +42

    I first drank Sorrel when I visited Guyana, South America (2006) for a wedding. It was one of the most unique and refreshing drinks I'd ever had. Thanks for sharing this recipe so that I could enjoy the flowers I'd purchased recently.

  • @kellybrown8145
    @kellybrown8145 Před 4 lety +5

    One of my favorite recipe from Caribbeanpot (Thanks Caribbeanpot). I am from Barbados and I love finding recipes that remind me of home. I am making this right now to be had with my Easter dinner. I added bay leaf to mine. I also let it steep overnight so that all the different ingredients get to blend together.

  • @noreenfarooqui6829
    @noreenfarooqui6829 Před 6 lety +23

    I made this yesterday. It is so good! Told some friends, and they suggested adding orange peel.

  • @1teneikaw
    @1teneikaw Před 8 lety +66

    This sorrel is boss, especially when u add the dried orange peels, this is a must try. the recipe is excellent. thanks Chris!

  • @sexyabia
    @sexyabia Před 10 lety +31

    I'm from trini and my dad still grows sorrel, pigeon peas and corn lols

  • @erminacodjoe
    @erminacodjoe Před 4 lety +2

    Thank you....Clear and understandable explanation....feels like we’re right there making it with you!! Mom/Grandma who usually made it is gone on to heaven--Will be using you recipe to make some for the family..Thanks!!

  • @ernestpile8665
    @ernestpile8665 Před 4 lety +6

    Today is Memorial Day 2020. I have been watching this video for months and finally decided that today would be the day. I am so glad that I did because, Brother, this is better than lemonade! Now I don't have to buy bottles of this from my Jamaican store. Thank you for teaching us.

  • @goldenbrownyoppong5744
    @goldenbrownyoppong5744 Před 6 lety +5

    I'm from Ghana,and I do lots of this drinks at home.its very nice

  • @chancellorrussell
    @chancellorrussell Před 8 lety +2

    Awesome I made my first batch after seeing this video. I love it. I always got mine at Christmas from my son's mother in law. Now I can make some for others throughout the year smiles

  • @TeodoreThomas
    @TeodoreThomas Před 10 lety +22

    You are a well spoken cook. Like the fact you are easy to understand. I can learn easily and try the recipe quickly. Another thumbs up

  • @loekiemorales
    @loekiemorales Před rokem

    Today I've made my first Sorrel drink thanks to you. The instructions are easy. It tastes delicious.

  • @natachag77
    @natachag77 Před 9 lety +11

    In Panama we drink "saril" (sah-reel) all the time but mostly in December -alone or adding some ginger-. It's really delicious and healthy. Nice channel, love to see that we share a lot of flavours my friend! :)

  • @ardentdfender4116
    @ardentdfender4116 Před 10 lety +18

    Got 3 Gallons of Sorrel i made sitting in my refrigerator. Sorrel after you make it can be really strong like its concentrated, so you may have to dilute it if its too strong to your liking. The strained leaves and ginger and such you can reuse with a little bit of water, not as much as the first time to reboil and get extra Sorrel juice from the leaves and then discard. But you get a bit more out the leaves than just discarding them the first time around.

  • @rebecca2793
    @rebecca2793 Před 11 lety +1

    thank you so much i really needed this.I am Puerto Rican and my fiance is jamaican however my next door neighbor gave me a drink that i couldnt stop drinking and from there i have tried everythin and nothing seems to work for me. i came accross your video thank you soooo much is soooo good!!!! i will drinking this all year round!!!! thank you and God bless!!!!!

  • @younglady2789
    @younglady2789 Před 2 lety +1

    I love sorrel any time of the year...thanks for sharing your recipe!

  • @iamischief
    @iamischief Před 10 lety +2

    i am from Trinidad.. grow my own sorrel, and always love to make me a nice jug of sorrel drink.. always great, especially around this time of the year.. =)

  • @Mtsink
    @Mtsink Před 4 lety

    You have always been my go to Guy! Everything comes out so good each time. Excited to make this right now.

  • @shervegas
    @shervegas Před rokem +1

    One of my favorite drinks!

  • @hfaceyjr
    @hfaceyjr Před 9 lety +2

    had a bag in my house forever, never knew it was this easy!

  • @egyptrose824
    @egyptrose824 Před 10 lety

    Thank you, you're my go to Man for the Caribbean dishes. I discovered that my son in Colorado Springs, follows you on you-tube too.

  • @shumerdobramble7588
    @shumerdobramble7588 Před 3 lety

    Thank you showing us how to make this awesome drink

  • @djyogione
    @djyogione Před 7 lety

    Thank you. Sorrel is one of my favorite drinks

  • @JCLOVELIFE
    @JCLOVELIFE Před 12 lety

    Your videos are so straightforward and enjoyable. Thank you for such informative videos.

  • @JOJO-im5od
    @JOJO-im5od Před 10 lety +2

    me and my partner recently visited the family in barbados and we were offered sorrel alot so now we are back home in the uk i thought i would surprise my boo by making this tasty refreshment :) thankyou so much!! seasons greetings to 1 and all :)

  • @kristrinity9429
    @kristrinity9429 Před 6 měsíci

    I cone back to this recipe every year! God bless you Chris 😁👊🏼

  • @claesnordstrom8152
    @claesnordstrom8152 Před 2 lety +1

    ay, Chris. This is the best drink i ever tasted. My friend is from Jamaica and he made some for me with the yellow sorrelflower, . then he was at home in jamaica and brought some red sorrel for me . Dried. Perfect drink for summerdayz

  • @lesliemoore8188
    @lesliemoore8188 Před 7 lety +3

    Sorrel is good everyday! Thanks.

  • @donnafoster1632
    @donnafoster1632 Před 6 lety +2

    Chris I always watch your vids but never leave a comment but what you do with the sugar in the warm water is brilliant. I do that , I call it my way. Am glad that there's someone else with a brilliant idea without feeling like a fool. When I go outside the box people tend to look at me strange, wondering where I come from 👍👍👍👍👍

  • @remnantfewministriesminist495

    Just made some with Stevia and added a Bay leaf as someone recommended! Delicious! Tha s for your video!

  • @AndreSoepermanGmail
    @AndreSoepermanGmail Před 8 lety +1

    Love this drink!!

  • @LuvBugs822
    @LuvBugs822 Před 10 lety +4

    I got 4 bags today. I will be making mine this weekend! TFS

  • @laurenramsammy8706
    @laurenramsammy8706 Před 3 lety

    I tried this recipe and totally enjoyed it....will make more for Christmas... thanks 👍

  • @pipkeech7816
    @pipkeech7816 Před 3 lety

    I live in the uk and have grown a massive amount of the stuff that no-one else wants!! It doesn't have a great reputation here. Thanks for this.

  • @samuelabruce9040
    @samuelabruce9040 Před 8 lety +1

    Thanks Chris I'm trying this in a few days.

  • @lauraingram4868
    @lauraingram4868 Před 8 lety +1

    Love this drink

  • @ejiroelems44
    @ejiroelems44 Před 8 lety

    thanks for sharing ur idea, have never thought of adding cinamon sounds like a good idea will give a trial soon

  • @angel-eyesharding4376
    @angel-eyesharding4376 Před 9 lety

    I enjoy drinking sorrel drink its lovely we Guyanese love the local local drink

  • @totorosc
    @totorosc Před 11 lety +14

    Try honey or agave instead of sugar. The best sorrel I've ever tried was at the NYC West Indian Labor Day parade and he sweetened it with honey instead of sugar. You could taste the flavor of everything he put in it w/o it being too sweet.

  • @detroitstandup4879
    @detroitstandup4879 Před 8 lety +2

    Thanks ! I made this today :) going to leave it over night ! hopefully my man loves it :)

  • @hottating83
    @hottating83 Před 11 lety

    I made this& it came out great...and its the same sorrel package :) my fren first made this& I was blown away by how she made it and she told me how to to it and it came out jus so..but she didn't say to boil it..just put it in the boiling hot water & it came out just like this when i put it to sit..so this is great!! GREAT! GREAT!.

  • @Itsroxxworld
    @Itsroxxworld Před rokem

    Thank you for your recipe

  • @msg4141
    @msg4141 Před 3 lety

    I love sorrel and make it all year round from the plants I grow here and freeze in the Caribbean. Have also experimented with making a cake with it.

  • @rzashida
    @rzashida Před 11 lety

    That was wonderful, i will try groeing my own next spring

  • @MaryAnneAdamsATL
    @MaryAnneAdamsATL Před 11 lety +1

    Excellent video! You are helping me make my first Sorrel drink. I will let you know how it does.
    Sweet Blessings...

  • @zararoyce319
    @zararoyce319 Před 10 lety

    Thank you very much for this recipe :-) this is by far the best and simplest to understand recipe of this drink I have been able to find. I have been looking for a recipe.

  • @bevonviechweg7891
    @bevonviechweg7891 Před 3 lety

    I am pleased you are using the dry ones

  • @karenbcz22
    @karenbcz22 Před 11 lety

    Yummy! I can't wait to make this!

  • @Curliloxx31
    @Curliloxx31 Před 10 lety +5

    I made it 2 days ago with dried sorrel.......man.....all I can say is thank you so much Chris it tastes fabulous with your recipe. Last year I put too much ginger and it was so bitter now I know just a lil bit.....perfect !!!! Love your channel and btw the Caribbean black cake....mmm ......boss man!!

    • @gavinscott10
      @gavinscott10 Před 7 lety +1

      Ginger kills the sorrel. Use it without ginger and everything will be fine

    • @remiem-iw7uk
      @remiem-iw7uk Před 4 lety +1

      @@gavinscott10 what??? What kind of ginger are you using?

    • @remiem-iw7uk
      @remiem-iw7uk Před 4 lety

      @Curliloxx If it's bitter it ain' de ginger! Could be too much clove or someting else you added!

    • @gavinscott10
      @gavinscott10 Před 4 lety

      @@remiem-iw7uk I use ZERO ginger in my sorrel. It taste just fine without it.

  • @triple000zero
    @triple000zero Před 12 lety

    I like to thank my Tanty Brenda, for making me aware of your site. Growing up I was more of a pot timer than a cook so I missed out on this knoeledge. I live in the uk and will be sending this link to friends and family keep up the good work great idea

  • @BABYGIRL6615
    @BABYGIRL6615 Před 10 lety +1

    Great love the recipe thanks

  • @caribbeanqueentnt7897
    @caribbeanqueentnt7897 Před 10 lety

    Going to try this sorrel recipe for Christmas.

  • @corinnedabney5991
    @corinnedabney5991 Před 7 měsíci

    Thanks, Chris, I’m making mine now!

  • @Najah971
    @Najah971 Před 12 lety

    Thank you for this recipe/video!

  • @danaephillips
    @danaephillips Před 11 lety

    I love this drink

  • @derekdesouza4807
    @derekdesouza4807 Před 8 měsíci

    Thanks 👍 I'm trying it now

  • @ingridbarker2509
    @ingridbarker2509 Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks for this recipe. I have a pack of sorrel but just couldn’t fin a good recipe
    I will make this drink today.
    Thanks Chris

  • @beatlejn
    @beatlejn Před 12 lety +7

    omg! I used to work with a lot of caribbean ladies and they would bring sorrel at every party we had! Love! love! it. I found a recipe on line but it's great to have the visuals to go along with it. Now I just have to find the sorrel plant. Thanks for sharing!

  • @neshartgalleryinc7338
    @neshartgalleryinc7338 Před 2 lety

    Hy I am your fan since 2015.
    I love your food .I follow your rece

  • @barbararichards8403
    @barbararichards8403 Před 4 lety +1

    Nice drink it is up my friend love it.

  • @NaturallyReese
    @NaturallyReese Před 12 lety

    Im enjoying everyone of the recipies

  • @yadiracumberbatch5114
    @yadiracumberbatch5114 Před rokem +1

    Beautiful

  • @melaningod1865
    @melaningod1865 Před 7 lety +1

    I was drinking sorrel for many years. I just bought fresh dried sorrel from Angel Brand in my local area. After watching this video I will become a pro...

  • @polatouche7221
    @polatouche7221 Před rokem

    I'm so glad to see tour video! I tasted that drink in a restaurant and really liked it. I thought it really tasted like ginger and tye flower I know as hibiscus, but that sorrel was another thing ahah. Now I know, thank you! Also, Sorel is the name of a town near where I leave which helped me remember the drink name

  • @yrxva7881
    @yrxva7881 Před 7 lety +5

    Those boys talking are from St. Croix USVI... one of them is parted bless his soul. It was very entertaining. When we make it at home we sing this tune

  • @joycedellimore8242
    @joycedellimore8242 Před 10 měsíci

    We also made ice cubes with it for on hot days. Delicious 😋 ❤

  • @walterrogers5182
    @walterrogers5182 Před 9 lety

    great presentation, very articulate

  • @divablunt
    @divablunt Před 3 lety

    I love your cooking videos!

  • @asanteakan70
    @asanteakan70 Před 7 lety +64

    In Ghana we call this sobolo.

    • @hrh-PanF
      @hrh-PanF Před 4 lety +11

      @Asante Akan - thanx for that useful info. Most of the plants/fruits/vegetables in Jamaica & other West Indian countries originated in Africa & came over on those "slave ships" from Africa.

    • @olusofekun3125
      @olusofekun3125 Před 4 lety +1

      Funny in Naija we call it Sobo

    • @msg4141
      @msg4141 Před 3 lety

      Asante Akan
      Always good to hear the names of different foodstuff. In the Caribbean its called sorrel.
      How do you use the sobolo in other dishes?

  • @lydiagathoni2733
    @lydiagathoni2733 Před 8 lety

    thanks buddy bin always wanting to know how to make it👍

  • @paulandries3387
    @paulandries3387 Před 6 lety

    Chris, you are wicked, man!

  • @lydian5161
    @lydian5161 Před 6 měsíci

    I make this once a year.. okay maybe twice. So I always have to hear what Chris says about these Trini dishes so thank you Chris!! ❤
    Just a couple notes: Here in Vancouver I could only manage to find sorrel (They call it Flor De Jamaica Hibiscus flower) from Mexico. Hope it works.
    They did suggest you wash it before using so I soaked and rinsed a couple times and there was a lot of dust. Hmm
    Love the suggestion Chris, to just add a bit of spice so it’s not overwhelming the flavour, 9 cups of water (that solved the mystery of how much water to use) and two cups of sugar. 👍
    Sharing tonight at New Year’s party with my non Trini friends. Will see how they like it. Cheers!! 🎉🎉🎉

  • @johndisk76
    @johndisk76 Před 8 lety

    I making a batch now. I use some allspice I had sitting around since I ain't have any cinnamon sticks. Thanks for the recipe. Big up!

  • @andysimon1794
    @andysimon1794 Před 4 lety

    Now tuning in because i'm going to reap from my garden to make juice...

  • @evageline01
    @evageline01 Před 10 lety

    thank you for this recipe! :)

  • @sharellekhan2727
    @sharellekhan2727 Před 7 lety

    my mom love to make sorrel drink for Christmas time

  • @msvyneontheside
    @msvyneontheside Před 2 lety

    Last year I made sorrel wine, it was awesome 👌🏽

  • @okinoboo4743
    @okinoboo4743 Před 8 lety +3

    thanks for this. love this drink. they have it in Asia too and call it kurkede if I'm not mistaken.

  • @judywijesinghe7305
    @judywijesinghe7305 Před 3 lety +1

    30 years ago we used to Live in EGYPT! THEY call this karkhadhy' boiled and with sugar. But your this Recipe IS Exalant. I Hope I am able to find them in SPAIN😊thank you.🌻🌻👍🎉🎀🎈merry Christmasto you 20 20🎉

  • @Mustbesophia
    @Mustbesophia Před 3 lety

    I am making it now thank you !!

  • @tainag7210
    @tainag7210 Před 6 měsíci

    OMG I JUST STARED WATCHING U LOVE THANK YOU IVE BEEN STUCK ON UR VIDEOS FOR AN HOUR NOW LOL WILL TRY ALOT OF THESE RECIPES❤

  • @KanWoo76
    @KanWoo76 Před 9 lety +8

    Wagwan bredren!? Haven't made sorrel in quite awhile. Just made a pitch of mauby for my son and myself. Lovin the recipe!

  • @samx36
    @samx36 Před 2 lety

    Moved to the EU so I've been missing home flavors. Haven't found sorrel to drink outside of artificial flavors in store bought iced teas. Finally found a store that sold the dried flowers so I'm gonna make a bunch to get into the winter season mood!

  • @lecy1075
    @lecy1075 Před 2 lety

    thank you my bahamian dad was wondering how this was made because it tasted so sweet!

  • @dorothysaintus456
    @dorothysaintus456 Před 10 lety

    Will attempt to make this drink for Christmas this year. Found the fresh sorrel in the grocery store today. Pray church! Lol

  • @Renegadeproject
    @Renegadeproject Před 10 lety

    Sorrel it tastes so well

  • @seed1284
    @seed1284 Před 11 lety

    Love your instructions It came out just prefect!!!! ......Always No. 1 Chris.... Happy Holidays!!

  • @Rainmaker0007
    @Rainmaker0007 Před 12 lety

    Sorrel Boy! I missin dem days.

  • @trevergc1556
    @trevergc1556 Před 2 lety

    I love this sorrel

  • @victorramnarine1921
    @victorramnarine1921 Před 6 měsíci

    ❤Happy new year chris and keep up the good work.And well done.

  • @TheMoisesgooner
    @TheMoisesgooner Před 3 lety

    Yes I am making this today!!!

  • @axeavier
    @axeavier Před 2 lety +2

    2 cups dried sorrel
    1 cup sugar
    tsp grated ginger
    1 stick stick of cinnamon
    4 cloves
    9 cups of water

  • @yanb6559
    @yanb6559 Před 8 lety

    great recipe

  • @fserranohall
    @fserranohall Před 11 lety

    Thanks for this recipe. I used to make sorrel drink adding lemon and orange slices, and angastora bitters. I look forward to trying your recipe. It's easier, and seems to be just as tastey. Also look forward to trying your maube recipe. Have a wonderful Christmas. Cheers.

  • @Lettagirl1965
    @Lettagirl1965 Před 9 lety

    I am a big fan!!!!

  • @jfitnesshealth
    @jfitnesshealth Před 8 lety

    Woooooooooooahhh ah make and give she ah taste! It wicket fi true!

  • @1briasmom36
    @1briasmom36 Před 3 lety

    I'm going to try this tonight for Christmas tomorrow...New subscriber here, thanks for sharing

  • @catherinewatkins8649
    @catherinewatkins8649 Před 8 lety

    Going to make this today😍😍

  • @justblunt1
    @justblunt1 Před 11 lety

    great just made some and it is GOOOOOOOOOOOD