Tamarind Water

Serves: 5

Clair Leannon

1 January 1970

Based on User reviews:

45

Spice

49

Sweetness

51

Sourness

42 mins

Prep time (avg)

4.9

Difficulty

Ingredients:

1

Water (gallon)

1 cup

Sugar

Directions:

1

Remove and discard the hard outer pods of the dried tamarind

2

Combine the dried tamarind or the prepared pulp with the water and bring to a boil

3

Cook over medium heat about 30 minutes, or until the flesh is very soft, occasionally stirring and mashing with a whisk to break up the flesh and separate the seeds

4

Strain and discard the solids

5

Cool to room temperature and chill

6

Serve in tall glasses with plenty of ice