Spice Up Your Drinks: Tamarind Chile Syrup Recipe

Unleash the Flavor of Tamarind

Tamarind’s unique sweet-sour taste makes it a versatile ingredient for both sweet and savory dishes. By adding a touch of heat from dried arbol chiles, we’ve created a syrup that’s perfect for elevating cocktails or agua frescas.

What You’ll Need

To get started, you’ll need tamarind concentrate, also known as tamarind paste. This tangy, prune-like paste is a staple in Southeast Asian and Latin American cuisine. You can find it in Latin and Asian markets or online. Be sure to avoid tamarind pulp, which contains large pit-like seeds.

Syrup Essentials

Before we dive into the recipe, here are some key details to keep in mind:

  • The syrup will last up to 2 weeks when refrigerated in an airtight container.
  • Yield: 2 cups
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Total time: 10 minutes, plus cooling time
  • Active time: 10 minutes

Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 4 dried arbol chiles, stems removed and crumbled
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup seedless tamarind paste

Instructions:

  1. Combine Ingredients: Place all ingredients in a small saucepan over medium heat and stir until the tamarind is broken up.
  2. Cook and Stir: Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture just comes to a boil, about 10 minutes.
  3. Cool and Strain: Turn off the heat and let cool slightly, at least 10 minutes. Once cool, strain the mixture into a container with a tight-fitting lid; discard the solids.
  4. Store and Enjoy: Store the syrup in the refrigerator until ready to use.

With this simple recipe, you’ll have a delicious and unique syrup to add a twist to your favorite drinks and dishes.

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