Tamarind concentrate provides a fruity, sour flavor with just a hint of sweetness. Tamarind possesses a more complex flavor than citrus juices and most Asian vinegars, and it does not have the harshness of the latter. Try tamarind concentrate in...
Sauces, soups, desserts, and drinks.
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Tamarind is one of the primary "sour" flavorings in many Southeast Asian cuisines. It is the fruit of the leguminous tamarind tree. While tamarind pods are available in many markets, the most readily available forms are blocks of tamarind paste and containers of tamarind concentrate. Because the blocks contain seeds, chunks are usually cut off and soaked in warm water. The seeds are removed, and then the juice and pulp are used, but this can be time consuming and messy, and Tamarind concentrate the most convenient option.
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Tamarind sauce is a critical ingredient in many Thai foods, including the famous Pad Thai. Tamarind sauce is commonly used in various northern Thai dishes as a souring agent. Tamarind is also used in the manufacturing of ketchups, sauces--Chinese, Worcestershire, Barbecue, etc. Tamarind is also very effective as a natural preservative and marinade. Usually tamarind paste is mixed with water and strained, the resulting tamarind juice being what's used. This product is a concentrated form of tamarind juice (and very convenient to use because it removes the need for mixing & straining).