Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)
Counts 3 of 4 ingredients — the other 1 aren't in our nutrition table and contribute nothing above, so the real totals are higher.
What these numbers assume — 3 portions →
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Sugar | 1 tbsp (12.5g) granulated | 49 |
| Chili | 1 tsp (2.7g) | 8 |
| Salt | 1 tsp (6g) | 0 |
| Tamarind | not in our table | 0 |
Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.
Ingredients
- 250 gms Tamarind
- 2 cups sugar
- Salt according to taste
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
Directions
Soak the tamarind in lukewarm water so that it softens.
Rub well to remove the seeds.
Strain out all the juice into a container.
Put on low heat and bring to boil.
Add sugar, salt and chili powder and keep stirring and cooking on low heat till it starts to become thick.
A small piece of ginger can be added and later removed for extra flavor.
When desired consistency achieved remove from heat and allow to cool before storing (in a jar with a lid).
Category:Kenyan Recipes
Category:Kenyan Snacks