Sahaja Tamarind
Item Code: SPTMRTEM
Tamarind is an acid-like fruit from which the pulp is removed, dried and consumed and are used extensively in many cuisines. The taste is sweet and tangy; it is one of the most sought-after ingredients in cooking. Sahaja Tamarind is procured directly from the farmers' cooperatives. It is healthy, nutritious, 100% organic and free from chemical pesticides.
Nutritional values - It has vitamin B1, B2, and B3, mineral, amino acids and fibre. It also contains polyphenols, which acts as antioxidant.
Health benefits - In a beverage form, it can be used to treat diarrhea, constipation, fever and peptic ulcers. The antioxidants can protect against diseases such as heart disease, cancer and diabetes. The seed extract may also help lower blood sugar, while the pulp extract may help you lose body weight and reverse fatty liver disease. Extra point - The pulp has tartaric acid that helps to remove tan from copper and bronze.
In the kitchen - It works very well as a tenderizer for marinating meats. Tamarind is a common ingredient in many vegetable and lentil recipes. The pulp is also favored in "hot and sour" soups as well in marinades