5 Delicious Recipes with ISHVA Tamarind Powder – A Tangy Twist to Your Day

ISHVA Tamarind Powder is your go-to ingredient for adding a punch of tanginess to your dishes. Whether it's a spicy chutney or a flavorful curry, tamarind enhances everything it touches. With its perfect balance of sourness and sweetness, this versatile powder can elevate both your meals and snacks. Let’s dive into 5 recipes that will give your dishes that irresistible tangy flavor. ?✨

1. Tangy Tamarind Chutney

(The Ultimate Dip for Any Snack)

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp ISHVA Tamarind Powder
• 1 tbsp jaggery (or sugar)
• ½ tsp cumin powder
• ½ tsp black salt
• ¼ tsp red chili powder
• 1 cup water

Steps:

1. In a bowl, combine ISHVA Tamarind Powder, jaggery (or sugar), cumin powder, black salt, and red chili powder.
2. Add water and whisk until the mixture becomes smooth and thick.
3. Let it simmer on low heat for 5 minutes until it thickens to a chutney consistency.
4. Let it cool down, then serve with samosas, pakoras, or your favorite snacks.

This tangy chutney will have you licking your fingers and asking for more!

2. Tamarind Rice

(A Flavor-Packed Rice Dish)

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cooked rice
• 2 tbsp ISHVA Tamarind Powder
• 1 tbsp ghee (or oil)
• 1 tsp mustard seeds
• 1 tsp urad dal (split black gram)
• 1 green chili (chopped)
• 1 tbsp peanuts
• Salt to taste

Steps:

1. Heat ghee or oil in a pan, and add mustard seeds. Once they splutter, add urad dal, chopped green chili, and peanuts.
2. Stir in ISHVA Tamarind Powder and cook for 2 minutes.
3. Add the cooked rice and salt, mixing everything well.
4. Serve warm, garnished with fresh coriander leaves.

This tangy rice will be your go-to meal when you need something comforting yet bursting with flavors!

3. Tamarind-Infused Lemonade

(A Refreshing Drink with a Tangy Twist)

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp ISHVA Tamarind Powder
• 1 cup fresh lemon juice
• 2 cups cold water
• 2 tbsp honey or sugar (adjust to taste)
• Ice cubes
• Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Steps:

1. In a jug, combine ISHVA Tamarind Powder, lemon juice, honey or sugar, and cold water. Stir well.
2. Add ice cubes and mix to chill the drink.
3. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve.

This refreshing, tangy lemonade is the perfect drink to cool off on a hot day or as a fun addition to any meal!

4. Tamarind Curry

(A Savory Dish with Bold, Tangy Flavors)

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp ISHVA Tamarind Powder
• 1 large onion (chopped) &1 cup sweet Corn seeds
• 1 tomato (chopped)
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1 cup coconut milk
• Salt to taste

Steps:

1. Heat oil in a pot, and sauté the chopped onions until golden. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for a minute.
2. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften.
3. Stir in ISHVA Tamarind Powder, turmeric, cumin, and coriander powders, and cook for 2 minutes.
4. Pour in coconut milk, add salt, and cook for 20 minutes 
5. Serve the tangy curry with rice or roti.

The tamarind in this curry will give the chicken a deep, tangy flavor you won’t forget!

5. Tamarind Sweet and Sour Tofu Stir Fry

(A Zesty Twist on Stir-Fry)

Ingredients:

• 200g firm tofu (cut into cubes)
• 2 tbsp ISHVA Tamarind Powder
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 bell pepper (chopped)
• 1 onion (chopped)
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• Salt to taste

Steps:

1. In a bowl, mix ISHVA Tamarind Powder, soy sauce, ginger-garlic paste, and brown sugar.
2. Toss the tofu cubes in this mixture and let them marinate for 10-15 minutes.
3. Heat sesame oil in a pan and sauté the chopped onion and bell pepper until they are tender.
4. Add the marinated tofu and cook until golden and crispy.
5. Stir everything well and serve with steamed rice.

This sweet and sour tofu stir fry brings the perfect balance of tangy tamarind flavor and crispy tofu!

"Tamarind Powder is the secret ingredient to take your dishes from ordinary to extraordinary. Whether you're making a tangy chutney, a flavorful curry, or a refreshing drink, ISHVA Tamarind Powder gives you the perfect balance of tartness and sweetness. It’s time to bring that tangy twist into your kitchen!"