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Flor de Jamaica- Hibiscus Recipes

June 17, 2019Leave a Comment

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Flor de jamaica translated in English is flower of the hibiscus. Besides the delicious and refreshing agua fresca that is prepared from the dried flor de jamaica, there are so many other possibilities !It was just over year ago that I discovered flor de jamaica tacos!

Tacos? Yes indeed! And not just tacos, but quesadillas with plenty of melted queso Oaxaca. I literally could snack on the sauteed hibiscus right out of the skillet.

Every time I share my stories on Instagram about tacos or quesadillas prepared with hibiscus, people are surprised, but want the recipe. So after a year or more, I am finally getting around to posting the simple recipe.

flor de jamaica salsa
Flor de Jamaica Salsa
These quesadillas were soo delicious! I must prepare more soon!
A little onion, serrano and fresh lime juice….
People ask me all the time what the cooked hibiscus taste like. It reminds me of cabbage, but with a tart flavor. But, when seasoned well, it’s absolutely delicious!
The recipe takes a little time, but it’s worth it. I sometimes will prepare the hibiscus agua fresca and freeze the softened hibiscus for another day. It holds up well in the freezer.
Comal toasted quesadillas filled with Oaxaca and jack cheese. Click link to see recipe for Chiltomate Salsa. https://pinaenlacocina.com/salsas-cooked-dry-roasted-and-fresh/
Tacos dorados, crispy tacos filled with flor de jamaica and crumbled queso fresco.
Agua de Jamaica. Click link to see full recipe. https://pinaenlacocina.com/paletas-de-agua-de-jamaica-con-frutas-y-chile-mexican-style-hibiscus-popsicles/

Flor de Jamaica- Hibiscus Saute

Who knew that flor de jamaica was so delicious as a taco and quesadilla filling?
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Course: Main Course, Meatless, Tacos
Cuisine: Mexican
Prep Time: 23 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes
Soaking Jamaica: 3 hours hours
Total Time: 3 hours hours 47 minutes minutes
Servings: 4 Servings

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of dried Jamaica
  • 2 tablespoons of oil
  • 1/3 cup white onion diced
  • 1 serrano pepper minced
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 Corn tortillas
  • 6-8 ounces of Queso Oaxaca
  • Your favorite salsa

For Salsa

  • 6-8 chile de arbol
  • 1/2 cup flor de jamaica, softened
  • 1 large cloves of garlic
  • 1/2-3/4 cup water
  • Juice of 1-2 key limes or 1 regular lime
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  • Quick rinse the dried jamaica in a colander. Transfer to a pot and cover with 4 cups of water. Bring to a rapid boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool at room temperature for a few hours.
  • When ready, strain the jamaica, reserving the liquid for preparing agua fresca.
  • This next step is not absolutely a must, but it really helps remove any unwanted particles remaining in the softened jamaica.
  • Take the jamaica and add it to a large clean bowl. Cover with a generous amount of cold water. Let it sit for 20 minutes. As it sit, some of the particles remaining in the jamaica will fall to the bottom. Using a slotted spoon or tongs, transfer the jamaica to the colander to drain.
  • Chop the softened jamaica into very small pieces. Set aside. Add 2 tablespoons of oil to a skillet and heat to medium. Add the onions and serrano. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Saute for 3-5 minutes. Add the jamaica and lime juice. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Some people like to add a little sugar. I didn’t add any. Saute for 5-6 minutes.
  • To prepare quesadillas(tacos), preheat a comal at medium heat for 2-3 minutes. Brush your tortillas with oil on both sides. Cook the tortillas on one side just until it begins to soften. Flip the tortillas. Fill one side with cheese and jamaica filling. Fold over like a taco and continue cooking until desired crispiness. Garnish with your favorite salsa and fresh toppings.

For Salsa

  • Toast the chile de arbol on a preheated comal or in a small skillet for a few minutes. Just until the blacken in some spots and become aromatic.
  • Add all of the ingredients to the blender, starting with just 1/2 a cup of the water. Blend on high until very smooth. You may need to scrape down the sides a few times. Taste for salt. If it needs more water to blend better, add as needed. For an extra smooth salsa, strain through a wire mesh strainer. Refrigerate for a few weeks. If you have a power blender, no need to strain the salsa.

Notes

The hibiscus combine with sliced mushrooms in the saute is delicious too! Roasted poblano strips! Now I am getting really hungry!
 
 
 
 
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Paletas de Jamaica Con Frutas. Click link to see full recipe. https://pinaenlacocina.com/paletas-de-agua-de-jamaica-con-frutas-y-chile-mexican-style-hibiscus-popsicles/
Hibiscus Sangrita! https://pinaenlacocina.com/hibiscus-sangrita/
Homemade Chamoy. Click link to see the full recipe. https://pinaenlacocina.com/how-to-prepare-homemade-chamoy/
Quesadillas filled with flor de jamaica, queso oaxaca, chile cascabel salsa, onion and cilantro. Click link to see chile cascabel salsa. https://pinaenlacocina.com/chile-cascabel-salsa/
The flor de jamaica combined with spicy chiles is the perfect combination!
You can prepare the Flor de Jamaica Salsa with the toasted chile de arbol or the roasted habanero.
See Salsa de Flor de Jamaica Recipe On The Notes Section Of Recipe Above.
Flor de Jamaica Salsa with Chile de Arbol on fried shrimp tacos
Flor de Jamaica Quesadillas with Oaxaca cheese, molcajete salsa, onion and cilantro.
Flor de Calabaza and Flor de Jamaica Quesadillas with Chiles en Vinagre(Escabeche). Click link to see recipe for chiles en vinagré. https://pinaenlacocina.com/nopalitos-en-vinagre-pickled-cactus/
Rellenos! Stuffed chile guero and jalapeños with a mix of the hibiscus saute and cheese. Broil until cheese melts. Garnish with hibiscus salsa and fresh cilantro!

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Hi, my name is Sonia Mendez Garcia. My parents Ramiro and Blanca Mendez moved to the United States from Monterrey, Mexico in 1963. I am first generation Mexican American born in Los Angeles, California. Cooking has always been one of my passions in life. This is my journey and I can't wait to see what the future holds. Read More…

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