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Homemade Tamarind Sauce (Ukwaju Sauce) | Sweet & Spicy Tamarind Chutney Recipe

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Homemade Tamarind Sauce

Cultural Context

Tamarind sauce has its roots in various cuisines around the world, including Kenyan, where it is often used as a tangy condiment for snacks and grilled meats. This sauce showcases the unique sweet and sour flavor of tamarind, making it a popular choice for enhancing dishes. In modern cooking, tamarind sauce has found its way into fusion recipes, enjoyed globally for its versatility and bold taste.

KenyanKEother
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup fresh tamarind pulp
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon coriander
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons ginger garlic paste
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

tamarind paste

🥗Healthier: fresh tamarind

💰Cheaper: lemon juice

Fresh tamarind offers a more vibrant flavor, while lemon juice is a budget-friendly alternative.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar is less processed, while white sugar is more economical.

1

Extract tamarind pulp from raw pods if using fresh tamarind.

2

Combine tamarind pulp and water in a bowl until smooth.

3

Add brown sugar (or jaggery) and mix until dissolved.

4

Stir in salt, cumin, and coriander until well combined.

5

Add chili powder, ginger garlic paste, mixing thoroughly.

6

Squeeze in fresh lemon juice and stir to incorporate.

Cooking Techniques

mixingchopping

Equipment Needed

bowlwhiskknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

veganplant-basedgluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Also Known As

Tamarind ChutneyTamarind Dip

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