Tamarind Cooler
Beat the heat with this refreshing and tangy Tamarind Cooler, a vibrant drink that’s both easy to make and packed with irresistible flavors. Prepared with the bold, citrusy zest of tamarind pulp, a touch of lime juice, and a hint of black salt for an authentic savory kick, this summer beverage is sweetened just right with sugar and elevated by the cooling aroma of fresh mint leaves. Serve it over ice for the ultimate chill factor or add a sparkling splash of soda water for a fizzy twist. Ready in just 15 minutes, this thirst-quencher is perfect for entertaining guests or enjoying as a solo treat on a hot day. Don't forget to garnish with extra mint leaves for that picture-perfect finish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Tamarind pulp
- 4 cups Water
- 4 tablespoons Sugar
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 0.25 teaspoon Black salt
- 6 pieces Mint leaves
- 1 cup Chilled soda water (optional)
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine tamarind pulp with 1 cup of warm water. Let it sit for 5 minutes, then stir and press the pulp to release its flavors. Strain the liquid through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher, discarding any solids.
Add the remaining 3 cups of water to the pitcher along with the sugar. Stir well until the sugar dissolves completely.
Add lime juice, black salt, and a handful of mint leaves to the pitcher for an added layer of flavor. Mix gently to combine.
Fill serving glasses halfway with ice cubes. Pour the tamarind cooler over the ice.
Optional: Top each glass with a splash of chilled soda water for a fizzy twist.
Garnish with extra mint leaves, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
318 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 511 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.0 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 72.3 g | ||
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 94 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 278 mg | 6% | |
*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.
