Low Carb Tamarind Sauce
Elevate your culinary creations with this tangy and flavorful Low Carb Tamarind Sauce, a keto-friendly twist on the classic! This versatile sauce combines the bold tartness of tamarind paste with the natural sweetness of erythritol or monk fruit sweetener, balanced by the umami depth of soy sauce (or coconut aminos for a gluten-free option). Infused with minced garlic, grated ginger, and warming spices like cumin and paprika, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 15 minutes. Perfect as a dip, marinade, or drizzle, it’s thickened with a pinch of xanthan gum for a luscious texture while keeping carbs low. Whether you're pairing it with grilled meats, fresh vegetables, or your favorite low-carb dishes, this sauce is a delicious and healthy way to add an exotic flair to your meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Tamarind paste
- 1 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce (or coconut aminos for gluten-free)
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons Paprika (optional for smoky flavor)
- 0.25 teaspoons Red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
- 0.25 teaspoons Xanthan gum (for thickening)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine the tamarind paste and water. Stir well to dissolve the paste fully.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Add the erythritol (or monk fruit sweetener), soy sauce (or coconut aminos), minced garlic, grated ginger, ground cumin, and paprika. Stir to combine.
Taste the sauce and adjust sweetness or saltiness as needed by adding more sweetener or soy sauce.
Let the mixture simmer for about 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, to allow the flavors to meld.
If using, add the red pepper flakes for heat and stir well.
To thicken the sauce, sprinkle the xanthan gum evenly over the surface while whisking constantly to avoid clumping. Continue to cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the sauce to cool slightly.
Transfer the sauce to a clean jar or container for storage. It will thicken further as it cools.
Serve immediately as a dip, drizzle, or marinade, or store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
152 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1872 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.3 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.2 g | ||
| Protein | 2.9 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 69 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 460 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
