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Best Substitutes for Tamarind Paste — What to Use Instead
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Lime Juice + Brown Sugar: 2 tbsp lime + 1 tbsp brown sugar per 1 tbsp tamarind — Provides sweet-sour balance.
Worcestershire Sauce: 1:1 — Contains tamarind. Works for sauces and curries.
Overview
Top substitute for tamarind paste: Lime Juice + Brown Sugar (2 tbsp lime + 1 tbsp brown sugar per 1 tbsp tamarind). Provides sweet-sour balance. Plus 2 more alternatives.
Key Details
- Lime Juice + Brown Sugar: 2 tbsp lime + 1 tbsp brown sugar per 1 tbsp tamarind — Provides sweet-sour balance.
- Worcestershire Sauce: 1:1 — Contains tamarind. Works for sauces and curries.
- Pomegranate Molasses: 1:1 — Similar sweet-tart flavor. Different but delicious.
Why This Matters
- Tamarind Paste may need substituting due to dietary restrictions
- Running out of an ingredient mid-recipe is common
- Allergies or preferences may require alternatives
How To
- 1Best overall substitute: Lime Juice + Brown Sugar at 2 tbsp lime + 1 tbsp brown sugar per 1 tbsp tamarind
- 2Consider what role the ingredient plays in the recipe
- 3Test substitutes in small batches first
- 4Adjust other ingredients as noted for best results
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The best substitute is Lime Juice + Brown Sugar at 2 tbsp lime + 1 tbsp brown sugar per 1 tbsp tamarind. Provides sweet-sour balance.