Herbal Drinks
Karkanji
Central African Republic
Dried hibiscus calyces and fresh ginger steeped in hot water, sweetened and served chilled; a deep-red, tart and refreshing drink found at markets and roadside stalls.
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What it is
A closer look at Karkanji.
Dried hibiscus calyces and fresh ginger steeped in hot water, sweetened and served chilled; a deep-red, tart and refreshing drink found at markets and roadside stalls.
What to look for
Know it when you find it.
The colour should be a vivid ruby-red and the ginger should be noticeable; sold by the cup or bottle, often from women with big enamel pots.
Where it belongs
Origins and
traditions.
Food rarely respects a border. These are the places the dataset connects most strongly to Karkanji.
Names around the table
One food, more than one name.
Same family
Related foods and regional cousins.
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