From sorbet and salad dressing to tea, there are many ways to use the hibiscus flower as a vibrant ingredient.

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Add dried hibiscus flowers to the pan and stir until aromatic, 30 to 60 seconds. Add simple syrup and stir to combine. Simmer for 20 minutes, until the mixture is fragrant and a deep purple-pink ...