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Name(s): Tamarind Availability: All year. Source: Mexico. Handling Tips: 40°F. Keep dry. General Information: The fresh tamarinds are shipped in their thin, brittle pods that are easily removed. Under the shell is a thick, sticky meat that is the consistency of dried dates. Under the meat are rather large and easily removed seeds. The meat can be used to make sweetened tamarind water as a beverage or used in curries, candy, chutney or preserves. Its flavor is sour, yet fruity. |
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