Tamarind Drink

1. 1

   Cover tamarind pods with hot water.

2. 2

   Let stand 1 hour; drain.

3. 3

   Rinse and drain.

4. 4

   Remove pods, stems and strings from tamarinds.

5. 5

   Place pods in 2 quarts of water.

6. 6

   Let stand at least 8 hours or overnight; strain, reserving liquid.

7. 7

   Press as much tamarind pulp as possible through a sieve.

8. 8

   Mix pulp, reserved liquid and the sugar or honey.

9. 9

   Heat just until the sugar or honey melts.

10. 10

    Cover and refrigerate until chilled.

11. 11

    Serve over ice.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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