This delicious recipe for Tamarind Water (Agua de Tamarindo) is made with peeled tamarind pods, sugar, and water.
This tangy and sweet drink is easy to make at home and perfect for sharing with friends and family. Follow the simple instructions and enjoy this traditional Paraguayan beverage in no time.
How to Make Tamarind Water
Note: The full instructions are provided in the recipe card below.
Peel the tamarind pods. Remove as much of the hard shell and strings as possible. Use a scissor to make it easier to cut the tamarinds and remove the seeds before placing them in the water.*(This way, you avoid having to look for the seeds in the water)
Don't worry if you can’t get all of the shells of the tamarind; the remaining bits will come off when you boil them. Add the peeled tamarind and 4 cups of water to a large pot. Boil for 15 - 20 minutes or until very soft and begin to release the pulp.
Turn off the heat and let it cool. Once cooled, use clean hands to squeeze the mushy pods to separate the flesh and any remaining seeds, or use a Stainless Steel Potato Masher.
Place the liquid and remaining pulp in a blender and process until the pulp is fully blended into the water. Run the liquid through a strainer or leave it pulpy.
Pour your Tamarind Water, "Agua de Tamarindo," into a pitcher, add the remaining water, and add sugar to taste. Refrigerate until cold. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Serves cold over ice! Enjoy!
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📖 Recipe
Easy Tamarind Water
Ingredients
- 15 dry tamarinds , peeled
- 8 cups of water or more * (If you prefer it more diluted add more water)
- ¾ to 1 cup sugar , to taste
- Ice , to serve
Instructions
- Peel the tamarind pods. Remove as much of the hard shell and strings as possible. Use a scissor to make it easier to cut the tamarinds and remove the seeds before placing them in the water.*(This way you avoid having to look for the seeds in the water) Don't worry if you can’t get all of the shells off the tamarind, the remaining bits will come off when you boil them.
- In a large pot add the peeled tamarind and 4 cups of water. Boil for 15 - 20 minutes or until very soft and begin to release the pulp. Turn off the heat and let it cool.
- Once cooled, using clean hands, squeeze the mushy pods to separate the flesh and any remaining seeds, or use a Stainless Steel Potato Masher. Place the liquid and remaining pulp in a blender and process until the pulp is fully blended into the water. Run the liquid through a strainer, if you wish, or leave it pulpy.
- Pour your Tamarind Water "Agua de Tamarindo" into a pitcher, add the remaining water and add sugar, to taste. Refrigerate until cold. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days Serve cold over ice! Enjoy!
Notes
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods, and portion sizes per household.
