Vegan Tamarind Sauce
Elevate your culinary creations with this irresistible Vegan Tamarind Sauce that strikes the perfect balance between tangy, sweet, and savory. Made with tamarind paste, coconut sugar, and a hint of soy sauce or tamari for a gluten-free option, this sauce is enhanced with warming spices like ginger and cumin, offering a depth of flavor that pairs beautifully with everything from noodles to roasted veggies. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy recipe employs cornstarch or arrowroot for a luscious, silky texture, and optional chili powder for a subtle kick. Whether you drizzle it over your favorite plant-based dishes or use it as a dipping sauce, this versatile vegan condiment is a game-changer for adding bold, authentic flavors to your meals. Plus, it stores well in the fridge for up to a week—making it an ideal make-ahead addition to your repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Tamarind paste
- 1 cup Water
- 3 tablespoons Coconut sugar (or brown sugar)
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder (optional, for heat)
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch (or arrowroot powder as a thickener)
Instructions
In a small bowl, dissolve the cornstarch (or arrowroot powder) in 2 tablespoons of the water. Set aside.
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the tamarind paste, remaining water, coconut sugar, soy sauce (or tamari), grated ginger, minced garlic, ground cumin, and chili powder (if using). Stir well to combine.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently to dissolve the sugar and distribute the spices evenly.
Once the sauce begins to simmer, stir the dissolved cornstarch into the saucepan. Continue stirring for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool slightly. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed (you can add more coconut sugar for sweetness or tamari for saltiness).
Transfer the sauce to a serving bowl or jar. It can be used immediately or stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
338 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2034 mg | 88% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.0 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 74.0 g | ||
| Protein | 4.8 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 95 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 786 mg | 17% | |
*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.
