Tamarind Balls

caribbean

Tamarind Balls are a classic Caribbean treat that’s tangy, sweet, and utterly delicious. This simple version uses just tamarind pulp and sugar, sticking to the traditional base of the candy.

White Sugar

Tamarind Pulp

KEY ingredients

Make Tamarind Balls

Mash the tamarind pulp and sugar together, then roll into small balls, about the size of a marble.

Add Sugar

Next, roll the tamarind balls in sugar until they're well-coated.

Allow to set for a few hours for a firmer texture and more crystallized sugar coating.

Tips

You can adjust the amount of sugar according to how sweet or tangy you like your tamarind balls.

Tamarind Juice

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