Tamarind Sauce Recipe

Transform ordinary meals into culinary masterpieces with this vibrant Tamarind Sauce! Perfect for enchiladas, fish, chicken, or roasted pork, its sweet and tangy flavor adds a depth of complexity that will leave your taste buds singing. Easy to make in just 50 minutes, this recipe is a must-try for home cooks of all levels.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 47.6 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Tamarind Sauce

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How to Make Tamarind Sauce

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar and 1 cup packed light brown sugar. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
  2. Reduce heat to low and whisk constantly until the sugar dissolves completely. Continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, until the mixture reduces by half, forming a thick syrup (about 10-15 minutes).
  3. Stir in 1 cup pre-heated beef broth. Add 1/4 cup tamarind paste, 2 cloves minced garlic, and 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger. Mix well.
  4. Simmer gently for another 10-15 minutes, allowing the sauce to slightly thicken. Remove from heat and strain the sauce through a fine-mesh sieve into a serving bowl to remove any solids. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

41g

Fat

0g

Carbs

3g

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