{"product_id":"imported-sweet-tamarind","title":"Sweet Tamarind","description":"\u003ch2\u003eImported Sweet Tamarind\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy the rich sweet-tangy flavour of Imported Sweet Tamarind, a tropical tamarind fruit known for its brown pod, sticky pulp and distinctive sweet-sour taste. Also known as Tamarindo, sweet tamarind, Thai tamarind, Tamarindus indica, Indian date, asam jawa, imli, sampalok, makham wan, มะขามหวาน, 罗望子, 酸角 or 甜角, this fruit is popular for fresh eating, drinks, sauces, snacks and cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside each pod is a sticky brown pulp wrapped around hard seeds. Depending on the batch, tamarind can taste sweet, tangy, sour, fruity and caramel-like. Sweet tamarind is usually enjoyed fresh from the pod, while more sour tamarind is often used for cooking, chutneys, soups, sauces, marinades and drinks such as agua de tamarindo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Imported\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSweet Tamarind Quick Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImported Sweet Tamarind\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso Known As\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTamarind, Tamarindo, tamarind fruit, sweet tamarind, Thai tamarind, Tamarindus indica, Indian date, tamar hindi, asam jawa, imli, sampalok, makham wan, 罗望子, 酸角, 甜角\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImported. \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical pod fruit from the tamarind tree\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTamarindus indica\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFabaceae, the legume family\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrown curved pods with brittle shells, fibrous strings, sticky pulp and hard seeds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSweet, tangy, sour, fruity and slightly caramel-like, depending on variety and ripeness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSticky, chewy pulp around hard seeds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFresh eating, snacks, tamarind juice, tamarindo drink, sauces, chutneys, cooking, marinades and desserts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeep whole pods in a cool, dry place. Once opened, seal well and refrigerate.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTaste and Texture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSweet tamarind has a unique flavour that is both sweet and tangy. The pulp is sticky and chewy, with a fruity sourness that becomes richer and more caramel-like when fully mature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared with sour tamarind used mainly for cooking, sweet tamarind is easier to enjoy straight from the pod. The sweetness, acidity, stickiness and seed size may vary naturally by variety, origin and batch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweet and tangy tropical fruit flavour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSticky brown pulp inside a brittle pod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruity sourness with caramel-like notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHard seeds inside the pulp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood for fresh snacking and drinks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso useful for sauces, chutneys and cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest enjoyed when the pulp is mature and fragrant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMore Names for Tamarind\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTamarind is used across many cuisines, so customers may search for it using different names. The most common English names are \u003cstrong\u003etamarind\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003etamarind fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003esweet tamarind\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eThai tamarind\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003etamarind pod\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003etamarind pulp\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eIndian date\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eName\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage \/ Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTamarindo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpanish \/ Portuguese name, also used for tamarind drinks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAgua de Tamarindo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMexican-style tamarind drink name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAsam Jawa\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMalay \/ Indonesian name, commonly used in Southeast Asian cooking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImli \/ Imlee\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHindi \/ Urdu market name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSampalok \/ Sampaloc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFilipino name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMakham \/ Makham Wan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThai name; makham wan means sweet tamarind\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eมะขามหวาน\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThai writing for sweet tamarind\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTamar Hindi \/ تمر هندي\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArabic-linked name meaning Indian date\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e罗望子 \/ 酸角 \/ 甜角\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChinese names used for tamarind, sour tamarind and sweet tamarind\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTamarin \/ Tamarinier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrench-related names for tamarind and the tamarind tree\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThai Tamarind and Sweet Tamarind\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThai tamarind\u003c\/strong\u003e is especially well known among customers looking for naturally sweet tamarind. Thailand has several sweet tamarind-growing areas, and Phetchabun is widely associated with sweet tamarind products and tamarind markets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product page is written as \u003cstrong\u003eImported Sweet Tamarind\u003c\/strong\u003e so it remains accurate when the country of origin changes by shipment. If the current batch is from Thailand, it can also be described as Thai sweet tamarind or Thai tamarind in customer-facing notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Eat Sweet Tamarind\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo eat sweet tamarind, crack open the brittle outer shell, remove the fibrous strings, then enjoy the sticky pulp around the seeds. Do not bite directly into or swallow the hard seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrack open the brown outer shell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the fibrous strings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEat the sticky pulp around the seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not eat the hard seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnjoy fresh as a sweet-tangy snack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd pulp to drinks, sauces or desserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse more sour batches for cooking and marinades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWays to Use Tamarind Fruit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTamarind fruit is used in both sweet and savoury dishes. Sweet tamarind can be eaten fresh, while tamarind pulp can be used to add tangy depth to sauces, soups, curries, chutneys, drinks and desserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEat sweet tamarind fresh from the pod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake tamarind juice or tamarindo drink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd to Thai-style sauces and dips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse in chutneys, curries and marinades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMix into sweet-sour dipping sauces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd to desserts, jams or fruit snacks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse in Southeast Asian, Indian, Mexican and Middle Eastern recipes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage and Handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep whole tamarind pods in a cool, dry and dark place. Avoid moisture because the shell and pulp can deteriorate faster when exposed to damp storage conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce opened, keep the pods or pulp tightly wrapped or sealed in an airtight container and refrigerate. If you remove the pulp from the shell, keep it sealed and use it as soon as possible for best flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore whole pods in a cool, dry place\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep away from direct sunlight and heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep dry and protected from moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeal opened pods tightly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefrigerate after opening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreeze pulp in an airtight container for longer storage if needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscard if mouldy, fermented-smelling or badly dried out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNutrition Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximate values per 100g of raw tamarind pulp. These are general nutrition values and are not lab-tested values for the current Imported Sweet Tamarind batch. Exact values may vary by variety, ripeness, sweetness, moisture level, origin and batch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalories\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 239 kcal per 100g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarbohydrates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 62.5g per 100g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Sugars\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 38.8g per 100g, naturally occurring in tamarind pulp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDietary Fibre\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 5.1g per 100g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtein\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 2.8g per 100g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Fat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 0.6g per 100g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePotassium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaturally present in tamarind pulp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagnesium \/ Iron\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaturally present in small amounts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTamarind can be enjoyed as part of a balanced diet. It naturally contains fruit carbohydrates, dietary fibre and minerals found in fruit pulp. This is general food information and should not be treated as medical advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is sold as \u003cstrong\u003eImported Sweet Tamarind\u003c\/strong\u003e. It may also be recognised as Tamarindo, tamarind fruit, sweet tamarind, Thai tamarind, tamarind pod, tamarind pulp, Tamarindus indica, Indian date, asam jawa, imli, sampalok, makham wan, มะขามหวาน, 罗望子, 酸角 or 甜角.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePod size, shell colour, pulp colour, sweetness, sourness, stickiness, seed size, fibre level, moisture and country of origin may vary by batch and shipment. Please contact SKC Fruits if you need to confirm the latest origin, sweetness, pack format, price or stock before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFreshness Support\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease check your fruits upon delivery. If you receive spoiled, damaged, incorrect or unsatisfactory items, contact us within 2 days of delivery with order details and clear photos. If the issue is due to our selection, packing or handling, approved refunds, replacements or store credits will be processed within 24 hours after review.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SKC Fruits","offers":[{"title":"Thailand • 1 Pack","offer_id":39521800847458,"sku":"-4","price":4.8,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/2880\/9826\/products\/imported-sweet-tamarind.jpg?v=1783059003","url":"https:\/\/www.skcfruits.com\/products\/imported-sweet-tamarind","provider":"SKC Fruits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}