The lovely green colour from the pandan leaves makes this refreshing drink pretty as well as healthy. Recommended for a variety of ailments, pandan coupled with nutritious artichokes is a refreshing, frosty summer tea, perfect for sipping.
Tip
Pandan leaves can be found fresh or frozen in well-stocked Asian grocers and some Filipino shops.
Healthy hit
Artichokes offer numerous healthy benefits:
- low in fat and calories
- inhibit cholesterol
- major source of folic acid reputed to lower blood pressure
Frosty Artichoke Pandan Tea
Ingredients
- 3 fresh whole artichokes
- 16 cups (4 L) spring water
- 1 bunch pandan leaves, fresh or frozen, thawed (see tip)
- 1/4 cup (60 mL) agave syrup
- 2 tsp (10 mL) vanilla
Nutrition
Per serving:
- calories39
- protein1g
- fat0g
- saturated fat0g
- trans fat0g
- carbohydrates9g
- sugars6g
- fibre3g
- sodium21mg
Directions
01
Reserve a few artichoke leaves and pandan fronds and place into a jug.
02
In large saucepan, combine artichokes and water. Tie a bunch of pandan leaves in a knot and add to saucepan. Bring water to a gentle boil. With lid ajar, reduce heat and simmer for 1 1/2 hours.
03
Strain through fine-meshed sieve into heatproof bowl. Stir in agave syrup and vanilla until blended. Set aside to cool. Transfer to jug and refrigerate for up to 7 days.
04
To serve, pour over ice cubes in tall glass.
Irene McGuinness is a writer, recipe developer, food stylist for numerous magazines and corporations, and alumna of the Writer’s Studio at Simon Fraser University
