Best 8 Tamarind And Balsamic Sauce Recipes

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Tamarind and balsamic sauce is a flavorful condiment that can be used to add a sweet, tangy, and slightly acidic note to a variety of dishes. The combination of tamarind and balsamic vinegar creates a complex flavor profile that is both unique and delicious. This sauce can be used as a marinade for meats, a dipping sauce for appetizers, or a drizzle over salads. It is also a great addition to stir-fries, curries, and other Asian-inspired dishes. In this article, we will explore some of the best recipes for tamarind and balsamic sauce, providing you with a range of options to suit your taste and cooking preferences.

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SAMOSAS WITH TAMARIND SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

6 large red potatoes
Salt
1 lemon, juiced
1 1/2 teaspoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon cumin seeds, toasted and crushed
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 Thai bird chiles, chopped
1/2 bunch cilantro, chopped
1 cup frozen peas
1 package square wonton wrappers
Vegetable oil, for frying
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
1/2 cup apple butter
1 lemon, juiced
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Salt

Steps:

  • For the samosas: Place the potatoes in a pot with cold water to cover. Bring to a simmer and cook until fork tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and let cool a bit.
  • While they're still warm, peel and mash the potatoes and season with salt. Mix in the lemon juice, granulated sugar, cumin, cayenne, Thai bird chiles, cilantro and peas.
  • Place some potato filling in the center the wonton wrappers. Moisten the edges of the wrappers, then fold into triangles and press to seal.
  • Fill a heavy saucepan or Dutch oven with 2 inches of oil and heat to 350 degrees F. Fry the samosas in batches until golden brown.
  • For the tamarind sauce: In a bowl, mix together the tamarind paste, apple butter, lemon juice, brown sugar, cayenne and some salt. Serve with the samosas.

TAMARIND SAUCE



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Use this sauce to complement enchiladas, fish, chicken, or roasted pork. It turns a plain dish into something special!

Provided by Bone Man

Categories     Sauces

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/3 cup tamarind paste
1 1/2 cups beef broth, pre-heated
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

Steps:

  • In a saucepan over medium heat, bring the vinegar and brown sugar to a low boil. Whisk until the sugar is dissolved and reduce by half to produce a syrup.
  • Reduce the heat to low and stir in the pre-heated beef broth, (I do this in the microwave until it's about 110 degrees F.) Then stir in the tamarind paste, garlic, and the ginger. Allow to reduce just a little and then strain the sauce into a serving bowl.
  • NOTE: Tamarind sauce can be obtained at an ethnic grocer (some sell online).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 47.6, Fat 0.2, Cholesterol 0.2, Sodium 148.1, Carbohydrate 11.4, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 10.5, Protein 0.8

TAMARIND DIPPING SAUCE



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Provided by Andy Ricker

Categories     condiment

Time 10m

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/4 cups water
4 ounces palm sugar, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup fish sauce, preferably Thai
1 ounce tamarind paste
1 tablespoon toasted chile powder, can be found at Hispanic and Asian specialty stores

Steps:

  • To a small saucepan, add water, palm sugar, fish sauce, and tamarind paste. Turn heat to high and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to a simmer. Add chile powder; whisk to break up the palm sugar and tamarind pulp. Continue cooking on a low simmer, 5-8 minutes. Pour dipping sauce into a bowl and cool to room temperature. Makes about 1½ cups. You can store it in the refrigerator in a sealed container for weeks.

TAMARIND VINAIGRETTE DRESSING



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Make and share this Tamarind Vinaigrette dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Jack Bigio

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 2m

Yield 12-18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon tamarind paste
1 pinch salt
1 pinch brown sugar

Steps:

  • Mix vinegar, mustard, salt and sugar.
  • Slowly add oil and continue to mix.

SWEET AND TANGY TAMARIND DATE SAUCE



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Tamarind sauce blended with dates and apricot has an ultimate sweet, sour, and tangy flavor. Its authentic taste will pop up any dish whether its seafood, chicken, snacks or ordinary French fries. It's not only easy to make but also doesn't require a lot of ingredients and time to make.

Provided by Zainab Pervaiz

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup tamarind pulp
8 dates
8 dried apricots
¼ cup white sugar
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup water, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Combine tamarind pulp, dates, apricots, sugar, pepper, and salt in a blender; blend into a paste. Pour in water; blend until mixture has a sauce-like texture.
  • Pour tamarind mixture into a saucepan; cook for 5 to 6 minutes, skimming off any bubbles. Serve hot or after cooling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132.2 calories, Carbohydrate 34.7 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 54.5 mg, Sugar 19.7 g

TAMARIND CASHEW SAUCE (DIP OR SAUCE...LOTS OF VARIATIONS)



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I've made it as a sauce for everything from fresh veggies, fresh fruit (especially apples), to lettuce wraps. Also makes great sauce for main dish of meat, chicken or seafood. I've also made a great pita sandwich using the sauce with chicken and apples! Inspired by Cheesecake Factory's dipping sauce! Takes about 15-20 mins to prepare depending on kitchen efficiency, but allow a minimum of 30 mins to cool and set.

Provided by GoldsmithLissa

Categories     Weeknight

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup cashews, chopped
2/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 garlic cloves, quartered
2 onions, chopped
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon cumin
4 teaspoons white vinegar
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon tamarind pulp
1/2 cup honey
powdered saffron
1/4 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • 1. Combine the first seven ingredients in food processor.
  • 2. Blend with short bursts until the mixture is well blended, and the.
  • 3. cashews and garlic have been chopped into pieces about.
  • 4. half the size of a grain of rice.
  • 5. Combine the vinegars, honey, tamarind, and saffron in a small bowl.
  • 6. Heat the mixture for about 1 minute in microwave then stir until.
  • 7. tamarind pulp dissolves completely.
  • 8. Pour mixture into blender or food processor and mix with cashew mixture (approx 20 seconds).
  • 9. Pour sauce into bowl. Add the oil and stir by hand.
  • 10. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes.

TAMARIND VINAIGRETTE



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Tamarind lends a rich flavor, with notes of raisin and dried fruit, to this versatile vinaigrette. This dressing is fantastic on mango and shrimp salad, Asian chicken salad, or a simple arugula salad.

Provided by France C

Categories     Vinaigrette Dressing

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

¼ cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons tamarind concentrate
1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
1 tablespoon minced shallot
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine rice vinegar, tamarind concentrate, maple syrup, shallot, salt, and pepper in the bowl of a small food processor or blender. Pulse to combine.
  • With the unit running, stream in the oil a bit at a time, until thoroughly emulsified.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.1 calories, Carbohydrate 2.6 g, Fat 12.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 97.4 mg, Sugar 2 g

SWEET AND SOUR TAMARIND SAUCE



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This is my version of a popular sauce that can be tweaked in a lot of ways to suit one's taste, either more to the sweet side or sour side. It's great with small fried items, like fried tofu, egg rolls, or samosas.

Provided by lana

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup water
¼ cup brown sugar
2 ½ tablespoons tamarind powder
¼ teaspoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons chopped peanuts
¼ cup sliced red onion
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat water in a saucepan over low heat. Dissolve sugar and tamarind powder in warm water; add soy sauce, peanuts, and red onions. Increase heat to medium-high and cook until onions become slightly translucent, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Stir cilantro into the sauce; continue cooking until thickened to your liking, 5 to 7 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 45.1 calories, Carbohydrate 8.6 g, Fat 1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 501.1 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

Tips:

  • To achieve the perfect balance of flavors, use a high-quality balsamic vinegar and tamarind paste. If you want a sweeter sauce, add more honey or brown sugar. If you prefer a tangier sauce, add more lime juice or tamarind paste.
  • Feel free to experiment with different herbs and spices to create a unique flavor profile. Some popular additions include garlic, ginger, cumin, and chili powder.
  • If you don't have tamarind paste, you can use tamarind concentrate or tamarind powder. Just be sure to adjust the amount you use accordingly.
  • This sauce is versatile and can be used on a variety of dishes, including chicken, fish, tofu, and vegetables. It's also great as a dipping sauce for spring rolls or samosas.
  • Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

This tamarind and balsamic sauce is a flavorful and versatile condiment that can be used on a variety of dishes. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you're using it as a marinade, a dipping sauce, or a stir-fry sauce, this sauce is sure to add a delicious touch to your next meal.

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