Kinkeliba
Kinkeliba (Combretum micranthum) is a plant used as a traditional herbal tea.
How to use: Kinkeliba leaves can be used in herbal tea that can be drunk all day. 30 g of leaves for 1 liter of water. Kinkeliba can be associated with lemongrass, lemon and mint.
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Composition: Kinkeliba leaves sorted, washed and dried
Making a decoction of kinkeliba leaves every morning or during the month of Ramadan is a common practice in most of the Sahelian countries. Without theine, the herbal tea which has a pleasant woody flavor is highly appreciated for its digestive and toning properties! Mint leaves, lemon, lemongrass and various spices are commonly added.
The herbal tea that children appreciate! is often accompanied by milk, it is prepared in large quantities in a pot and is served in families from breakfast, but can be enjoyed throughout the day after meals. For the children's snack, a good hot kinkeliba with mint, cinnamon, and a hint of milk, accompanied by small biscuits is really popular! It's very comforting especially in winter and we enjoy its benefits!
Kinkeliba can also be eaten fresh! For a refreshing drink, it can be combined with other fruity flavors with ice cubes and mint and stored in the refrigerator. The infusion can also be incorporated into various sweet desserts.