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Homemade Tamarind Juice

A refreshing Mexican beverage with tart tamarind, bright lime, and balanced sweetness, ready in minutes with just a few simple ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: International, Mexican
Calories: 85
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup tamarind paste from the pod or jarred
  • 6 cups water divided
  • 1/2 cup sugar or to taste
  • Juice of 2 limes about 3 tablespoons
  • Pinch of salt
  • Ice cubes for serving

Equipment

  • Blender or food processor
  • Fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth
  • Large pitcher or serving bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon for stirring
  • Glasses for serving

Method
 

  1. Place 1 cup tamarind paste and 4 cups warm water in a blender and blend on medium speed for 2 minutes.
  2. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a large pitcher, pressing solids with a wooden spoon to extract all liquid.
  3. Stir 1/2 cup sugar into the strained juice until completely dissolved.
  4. Add the juice of 2 limes (about 3 tablespoons) to the pitcher and stir to combine.
  5. Add a pinch of salt and stir, tasting and adjusting as needed.
  6. Pour in the remaining 2 cups water and stir to dilute to your desired strength.
  7. Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the tamarind juice over the ice.
  8. Garnish with lime slices or mint if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

Store the juice in a sealed pitcher in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, stirring before serving and adding fresh lime juice just before serving for maximum brightness.