Drinks
Baobab Fruit Juice
The Quirky Foodster Team
Ingredients
- 100 g (1 cup) baobab fruit pulp (or baobab powder)
- 1 litre (4 cups) water
- 100 g (1/2 cup) granulated sugar
- 3 ml (1/2 tsp) vanilla extract
Method
- Soak the baobab pulp in the water for 20 minutes, mashing occasionally to break it down.
- Whisk vigorously until the pulp dissolves into a cloudy liquid.
- Strain through a fine sieve or cheesecloth into a pitcher, discarding the fibrous solids.
- Stir in the sugar and vanilla extract until dissolved.
- Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Serve cold over ice.
Introduction: Made from the tangy, powdery pulp of the baobab fruit, this pale, refreshing drink is a traditional favourite in Guinea's savanna regions, where the iconic baobab tree has long been a source of food, shade and cultural significance.
Cultural Background: Made from the tangy, powdery pulp of the baobab fruit, this pale, refreshing drink is a traditional favourite in Guinea's savanna regions, where the iconic baobab tree has long been a source of food, shade and cultural significance.
Tips: If using baobab powder, whisk it directly into the water without the soaking step. Taste before adding all the sugar, as baobab tartness varies by batch.
Variations: Blend with a little coconut milk for a creamier drink. Add a squeeze of lime for extra brightness.
Storage: Refrigerate in a sealed pitcher for up to 4 days.
Reheating: Not applicable; served cold.
Nutrition: Calories: 95 kcal | Protein: 1 g | Carbs: 24 g | Fat: 0 g | Fibre: 2 g
FAQs:
Q: Where can I find baobab fruit or powder?
A: Baobab powder is increasingly available in health food stores and African grocery shops as a shelf-stable superfood product.
Q: What does baobab juice taste like?
A: It has a tangy, slightly citrusy flavour, similar to a cross between grapefruit and pear.
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