Tamarind-Date Sauce with a Sweet-Tart Kick
Tamarind-Date Sauce with a Sweet-Tart Kick balances tangy tamarind with the natural sweetness of dates and apricots, finished with a hint of pepper for gentle warmth. It’s silky and bright, perfect for drizzling over grilled meats, spooning onto roasted vegetables, or using as a dip for snacks. Serve it at dinner parties or weeknight meals when you want a lively, fruit-forward accent.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook5 mins
- Serves12
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Place tamarind pulp, dates, apricots, sugar, pepper, and salt in a blender; blend into a paste. Add water; blend until the mixture reaches a sauce-like consistency.
- 2
Transfer the tamarind mixture to a saucepan; cook for 5 to 6 minutes, skimming off any bubbles. Serve hot or after it cools.
- Calories 92.77 kcal Low Source
- Protein 0.79 g Low Source
- Carbs 24.0 g Moderate
- Total Fat 0.09 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 0.04 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source
- Sodium 6.11 mg Low Source
- Fiber 2.28 g Low Source
- Sugar 19.64 g High
- Added Sugar 0.42 g Low Source
- Calcium 18.75 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.61 mg Low Source
- Potassium 141.29 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 0.42 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.48 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
No known allergens listed for this recipe. Always double-check ingredients for your needs.