- Calories 86
- Fat 0.1g
- Satfat 0.1g
- Monofat 0.0g
- Polyfat 0.0g
- Protein 0.4g
- Carbohydrate 22.4g
- Fiber 0.4g
- Cholesterol 0.0mg
- Iron 0.5mg
- Sodium 8mg
- Calcium 2mg
Tart-Sweet Tamarind Drink
Photo: Brian Woodcock; Styling: Lindsey Lower
We call for tamarind pulp here, but it is sometimes deceptively labeled as tamarind paste. When shopping, make sure what you are getting contains the fiber and seeds--see Note below. For an extra-special touch, sugar the rim of the glass.
How to Make It
Step 1
Bring 1 cup water to a boil. Combine boiling water and tamarind pulp in a bowl; mash with a fork. Let stand 10 minutes. Mash tamarind again. Press through a sieve into a bowl, pressing pulp firmly against the sieve to extract all liquid. Discard solids.
Step 2
Combine tamarind liquid and 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add sugar; bring to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Reduce heat, and simmer 5 minutes or until liquid thickens slightly. Remove from heat; cool 5 minutes.
Step 3
Combine tamarind syrup with remaining 6 cups water in a large pitcher. Serve over ice. Garnish with lime slices, if desired.
Step 4
Note: Look for blocks of tamarind pulp in Asian markets; it keeps a long time in the fridge when well sealed. Avoid tamarind paste that's sold in tins or jars; it often has a metallic taste.
