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Caribbean Tamarind balls
These simple Caribbean tamarind balls are a sweet-tart treat made from just two ingredients: tamarind pulp and granulated sugar. The process is straightforward: mash the sticky pulp with sugar, roll it into small spheres, then coat them in more sugar. You can enjoy them right away for a softer chew, or let them set for a few hours or even overnight to achieve a firmer texture and a more pronounced crystallized sugar coating.
17 minServes 4
Method
3 steps · 17 min total
- 01
Mix and Shape Balls
In a bowl, combine the tamarind pulp and 1 cup granulated sugar. Mash them together with a spoon or fork until well combined and sticky. Take small amounts of the mixture and roll them between your hands to form balls, aiming for the size of a marble or slightly larger, as you prefer. - 02
Coat in Sugar
Spread the remaining sugar onto a flat surface, like a plate or a sheet pan. Roll each tamarind ball in the sugar, ensuring they are well-coated on all sides.
