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Sampalok Candy (Tamarind)
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Food ration :
12 peopleCooking time :
35 min
2 pounds
ripe tamarind pods
1 cup
water
2 cups
sugar
1 teaspoon
salt
Cooking instructions
* Step 1
Line a baking sheet with wax paper and set aside.
* Step 2
Hull the tamarind, removing the outer shell and inner strings to separate the fruit.
* Step 3
In a wide pan over medium heat, combine tamarind pulp, water, 1 1/2 cups of the sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt. Bring to a boil.
* Step 4
Lower heat and continue to cook, stirring and mashing with the back of a spoon, for about 15 to 20 minutes or until mixture is very thick and sticky.
* Step 5
Using a teaspoon or small cookie scoop, scoop tamarind mixture and drop in a single layer on prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each mound. Refrigerate for about 1 to 2 hours or until completely cooled and slightly hardened.
* Step 6
On a large plate, combine the remaining 1/2 cup sugar and 1/2 teaspoon salt
* Step 7
Using the palm of hands, shape each tamarind mound into balls. Roll in sugar and salt mixture to fully coat.
* Step 8
Wrap about three to four pieces in cellophane or store in an airtight container.
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