Tamarind Block (Seed-in, Peeled)
黒い粘土の塊！？お湯で揉み出す本格的な酸味の素
Description
Peeled tamarind fruit and seeds compressed into a square block. Preferred by authentic chefs as it offers a fresher, brighter flavor than pre-made pastes.
Classification: Hardcore, Paste Raw Material, Intense Sourness, Enjoy the Process
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How to use
Ingredients
- Tamarind pulp and seeds
Instructions
- Tear off a piece, soak in hot water for
- mins.
- Mash vigorously by hand to dissolve pulp.
- Strain seeds/fibers and use the 'Tamarind Water'.
Learn more Substitutes, pairings, tips
Key spices
None(The intense tamarind sourness is the star)
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Umeboshi paste mixed with lemon juice
Pairing
Sambar (South Indian Veg Curry) / Pad Thai
Trivia
[Trivia] Often shocks beginners because it looks like 'black clay', but it is a 100% natural, additive-free souring agent with a virtually endless shelf life.
Eating tips & etiquette
[Unique Eating] Because discarding the remaining sourness on the seeds/fibers is wasteful, locals add more water and mash again to extract a 'second brew'.
Allergen
None