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Tamarind Juice

Chill Out with Refreshing Tamarind Juice: Your Summer Sip

Enjoy a refreshing Tamarind Juice that perfectly captures the essence of summer with its sweet-tangy flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Juice
  • 1 cup Tamarind Pulp The star ingredient that imparts a sweet-tangy flavor.
  • 4 cups Warm Water Helps to soften the tamarind pulp for easier extraction.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Adds a spicy aroma; use ground ginger if fresh isn’t available.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Balances the tartness of the tamarind.
For Serving
  • Ice Ice Essential for chilling the juice.
  • 1/4 cup Roasted Unsalted Peanuts Provides a crunchy texture.
  • Toasted Coconut Flakes Optional; adds delightful flavor and texture.

Equipment

  • Bowl
  • Fine Mesh Strainer
  • Saucepan
  • Glass

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a bowl, combine tamarind pulp with 1 cup of warm water and loosen the pulp.
  2. Push the tamarind mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a saucepan.
  3. Add another 4 cups of water, sugar, and minced ginger, bring to boil, then simmer for 30-35 minutes.
  4. Mix 1½ to 2 tablespoons of the concentrate with 1/3 cup of cold water, add ice cubes, and top with peanuts and coconut flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 1gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 27gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store any leftover tamarind concentrate in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

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