Caribbean Tamarind balls
Caribbean Tamarind balls is a dessert recipe from Jamaican. It uses 2 ingredients: tamarind pulp, sugar. The method is broken into 3 steps with measured ingredients.
Method
- 1
Add tamarind pulp and 1 cup granulated sugar to a bowl and mash together with a spoon or fork. Take small amounts of the tamarind and sugar mix and shape them into small balls by rolling them in your hands. Make them the size of a marble or slightly bigger, as you like.
- 2
Add the remaining sugar to a flat surface, like a plate or a sheet pan. Roll the tamarind balls in granulated sugar until they're well-coated.
- 3
You can eat the tamarind balls immediately, or you can let them set for a few hours or overnight. Allowing them to set will give them a firmer texture and more crystallized sugar coating. Enjoy.
About this recipe
What is Caribbean Tamarind balls?
Caribbean Tamarind balls is a dessert recipe from Jamaican. It uses 2 ingredients: tamarind pulp, sugar. The method is broken into 3 steps with measured ingredients.
Where is Caribbean Tamarind balls from?
Caribbean Tamarind balls is a Jamaican dish — the recipe on this page uses the ingredients and method typical of that cuisine.
How many ingredients does Caribbean Tamarind balls need?
This recipe uses 2 ingredients, each with a measure in the list on this page.
Is Caribbean Tamarind balls vegetarian?
This recipe is marked Dessert, so it is not identified as vegetarian or vegan. Check the ingredient list to match your diet.
Is there a video guide for Caribbean Tamarind balls?
Yes — a YouTube walkthrough is linked on this page.
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