What Can I Cook With Tamarind?
20 delicious dish ideas to try with tamarind
Got tamarind in your kitchen? Here are quick and easy dishes you can make right now - from Indian classics to global favorites. No long recipes, just pure inspiration.
20 Dishes You Can Make With Tamarind
What Can I Cook With Tamarind And...
🍚With Rice:
- →Tamarind Rice
- →Sambar with Rice
- →Tamarind Fish Curry with Rice
Common Mistakes When Cooking Tamarind
- ✕Don't use too much tamarind - it's very sour and overpowers easily
- ✕Soak tamarind pulp in warm water and strain out seeds and fibers
- ✕Don't confuse tamarind paste with tamarind concentrate - they differ in strength
- ✕Store opened tamarind paste in the fridge
- ✕Add tamarind gradually and taste as you go
How to Store Tamarind
Tamarind paste lasts 6-12 months in the fridge. Whole tamarind lasts years if dry.
Learn more about tamarind storageFrequently Asked Questions
What can I cook with tamarind?
Tamarind chutney, tamarind rice, sambar, rasam, pad thai, or tamarind fish curry are all popular dishes.
Is tamarind good for health?
Yes, tamarind is rich in antioxidants, vitamins B and C, iron, and aids digestion. It's also anti-inflammatory.
What is the fastest dish to make with tamarind?
Tamarind chutney takes 10 minutes - simmer tamarind pulp with jaggery, cumin, and chili.
Can tamarind be frozen?
Yes, tamarind paste or extract can be frozen in ice cube trays for up to 6 months.
What flavors go well with tamarind?
Jaggery, chili, cumin, ginger, garlic, fish sauce, peanuts, and palm sugar all balance tamarind's sourness.