Pain de Singe (Baobab Fruit Drink)
This refreshing Senegalese drink, known as 'monkey bread' due to the baobab fruit's texture, is a delightful blend of tart and sweet. It offers a unique flavor profile and a good source of vitamin C. Enjoy it chilled as a revitalizing beverage.
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- Tid i alt
- 2 t. 15 min.
- Portioner
- 4
- Sværhedsgrad
- Nem
Klargøring
Ingredienser
Ingredienser
- 100 gdried baobab fruit pulp
- 1.000 mlwater
- 50 ggranulated sugar
- 0,5 tsk.vanilla extract
- 0,5 tsk.orange blossom water(valgfrit)
for serving
- 1 kopice(valgfrit)
Udstyr
fine-mesh sieve · large bowl · pitcher
Fremgangsmåde
Trin for trin
- 1
Place the dried baobab fruit pulp in a large bowl.
Ca. 1 min.
- 2
Pour the water over the baobab pulp, ensuring it is fully submerged.
Ca. 1 min.
- 3
Let the mixture soak for at least 15 minutes to soften the pulp, or up to 30 minutes for a stronger flavor.
Ca. 15 min.
Kokkens note: The longer it soaks, the more flavor will be extracted from the baobab.
- 4
Using clean hands, gently massage and squeeze the baobab pulp in the water to extract all the flavor and nutrients.
Ca. 5 min.
Kokkens note: This step is crucial for getting all the goodness out of the fruit.
- 5
Strain the liquid through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean pitcher or bowl, pressing firmly on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible.
Ca. 3 min.
Kokkens note: Discard the remaining pulp after straining.
- 6
Stir in the granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and optional orange blossom water until the sugar is fully dissolved.
Ca. 2 min.
Kokkens note: Taste and adjust sugar to your preference.
- 7
Chill the baobab drink in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Ca. 2 t.
Kokkens note: Serving it very cold enhances the refreshing qualities of the drink.
- 8
Serve over ice, if desired.
Bevar den gode smag
Store the baobab drink in an airtight container in the refrigerator.