TAMARIND PASTE
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SWETHA Tamarind Paste 400g delivers authentic tamarind paste (Tamarindenpaste) for easy, tangy-sweet Indian cooking in Germany
This ready-to-use tamarind paste is a classic souring agent for Indian kitchens, perfect for South Indian sambar, rasam, and North Indian chutneys. Loved by the Indian diaspora and Asian food enthusiasts, it brings true-to-home flavor without soaking or deseeding pods. Ideal when you want to buy tamarind paste online (Tamarindenpaste kaufen) with confidence.
Key Benefits
- Authentic tangy-sweet flavor for sambar, rasam, chaat, and curries.
- Convenient paste—no soaking, boiling, or deseeding tamarind pods.
- Versatile across cuisines: chutneys, marinades, sauces, and Thai-inspired dishes.
- Reliable intensity—dilute to taste for consistent results every time.
- Practical 400g pack for everyday cooking and meal prep.
- Naturally plant-based; great for vegetarian and vegan cooking styles.
Flavor & Usage
Thick and smooth with bright tartness, fruity depth, and subtle caramel notes that balance heat and spice.
- Tamarind chutney: mix paste with warm water, sweetener, and chaat masala—perfect for samosa and pakora (how to make tamarind chutney).
- Sambar & rasam: dissolve 1–2 tsp in water; add near the end for the best aroma (best tamarind paste for sambar recipe).
- Tamarind rice (puliyodarai/puliyogare): simmer with tempered spices for a classic “tamarind rice recipe.”
- Curry booster: stir into dals, chickpea curry, or aloo chaat to brighten flavors.
- Thai-style dishes: balance with sweetness and salt for pad thai or stir-fries.
- Refreshing tamarind drink: dilute with cold water, a pinch of salt, and mint (tamarind drink).
- Prep tip: always dilute in warm water first; adjust sourness gradually.
Ingredients & Allergen Info
Primary ingredient: tamarind fruit (imli). If you have specific dietary or allergen needs, please check the product packaging before use.
Sourcing / Authenticity
A pantry essential across Indian regional cuisines—especially South Indian cooking—used to add balanced sourness to everyday meals and festive dishes alike. Equally at home in Indo-Thai recipes popular in Germany.
Storage & Shelf Life
- Store unopened in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
- Refrigerate after opening and use a clean, dry spoon each time.
- Seal tightly to prevent drying; loosen with warm water if too thick.
- Follow the best-before date on the pack.
Perfect For
- Weeknight curries, dals, and meal prep chutneys.
- Street-food nights: chaat, samosa, pakora, bhel puri.
- Veg/vegan cooking that needs a bright, natural sour note.
- German-Indian fusion sauces and BBQ glazes.
FAQ
- Is this paste the same as tamarind concentrate? It functions like a concentrate; dilute to taste as strength varies by brand.
- How much should I use? Start with 1 tsp for 2 servings and adjust—tamarind intensifies as it simmers.
- Is it seedless? Tamarind paste is typically seedless; if fibers remain, strain after diluting. Please check the packaging.
- Can I use it for pad thai? Yes—combine with sweetness and salt for the signature balance.
- Where to buy tamarind paste online in Germany? Order this SWETHA Tamarind Paste 400g here for convenient delivery across Germany (Tamarindenpaste kaufen).