Tambran or Tamarind ball is a traditional snack and is especially loved by children because of its sweet-sour-peppery taste. If you’re looking to satisfy your sweet tooth with a tangy twist, then look no further than this delicious Tambran ball recipe! This classic Caribbean treat is sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike, and it’s easier to make than you might think.
Prep Time: 10minutes mins
Total Time: 10minutes mins
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Caribbean
Servings: 10
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb. brown sugar approximately
- 1 lb tamarind pulp cleaned
- 3 tbsp flour optional
- Pepper to taste about 2 tsp.
- Salt to taste about 1/4 tsp.
Instructions
- Place about 1 lb of the cleaned tamarind pulp in a large bowl. Add salt and pepper to taste and about three tablespoons of sugar. Knead in the ingredients while separating the seeds. Sprinkle a little water over the tamarind ( very little ) to moisten it a bit.
- According to how sour the tamarind is, more sugar may have to be used. Let taste be your guide.
- (This step is optional). Add the flour (This helps the mixture to bind better). Knead the flour into the tamarind. If necessary add salt to adjust taste.
- Roll into balls – about 2 inches in diameter. In a separate plate or bowl pour some sugar and roll the tamarind ball in it. Store in the refrigerator or in a cool area.
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Tambran (Tamarind) Ball
Servings: 10
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Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb. brown sugar approximately
- 1 lb tamarind pulp cleaned
- 3 tbsp flour optional
- Pepper to taste about 2 tsp.
- Salt to taste about 1/4 tsp.
Instructions
- Place about 1 lb of the cleaned tamarind pulp in a large bowl. Add salt and pepper to taste and about three tablespoons of sugar. Knead in the ingredients while separating the seeds. Sprinkle a little water over the tamarind ( very little ) to moisten it a bit.
- According to how sour the tamarind is, more sugar may have to be used. Let taste be your guide.
- (This step is optional). Add the flour (This helps the mixture to bind better). Knead the flour into the tamarind. If necessary add salt to adjust taste.
- Roll into balls – about 2 inches in diameter. In a separate plate or bowl pour some sugar and roll the tamarind ball in it. Store in the refrigerator or in a cool area.
