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Spiced Tamarind Mocktail – A Mexican Sunset in a Glass

Find the perfect vegetarian dessert drink recipe that captures the essence of Mexico with this easy-to-make Spiced Tamarind Mocktail.

πŸ•’ Prep: 10 minutes - Cook: 3 minutes - Total: 13 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: Mexican

Allergens

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup tamarind pulp
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground chili powder
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 4 cups ice cubes

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, combine the tamarind pulp and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook for 3 minutes.
  2. Strain the mixture into a bowl, pressing the pulp to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids.
  3. Add the cinnamon, black pepper, chili powder, and sugar to the tamarind juice. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
  4. Divide the ice cubes among 4 glasses. Pour the cooled tamarind mixture over the ice.
  5. Serve immediately with a smile and enjoy the exotic, refreshing flavors of Mexico.

Chef’s Insight

This mocktail is perfect for parties or gatherings, especially during the summer months.

Notes

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Cultural or Historical Background

Tamarind is a popular ingredient in Mexican cuisine, used in both sweet and savory dishes.