Paletas De Tamarindo
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Paletas De Tamarindo
Description
Paletas De Tamarindo provide a frozen treat using tamarind pulp as the main ingredient, mixed with water and sugar to achieve a balanced sweet-tart flavor. The recipe suggests optional addition of chili lime powder or chamoy for a spicy and tangy contrast. The mixture is poured into molds and frozen for several hours until firm. The result is a refreshing icy popsicle with the distinctive sourness of tamarind and sweetness from sugar. If chamoy or chili lime powder is added, it is incorporated before freezing.
The texture is icy yet smooth, typical of fruit-based paletas, making this a cooling dessert in hot climates. Its combination of flavors is distinct and popular in Mexican-style frozen treats.
The simplicity of ingredients allows easy preparation at home, and adjustments in sugar or spice levels can be made based on personal taste.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup tamarind pulp
- 3 cups water
- ¾ cup sugar
- chili lime powder optional
- Chamoy optional
Instructions
- In a jar or large bowl, add the tamarindo pulp, water, lime and sugar
- Pour paletas mixture equally into molds and freeze for at least 6 hours or up to 2 weeks. Sprinkle with chili lime powder if desired.
- Note: If adding chamoy and/or chili lime powder to the popsicles, do this step prior to pouring the tamarindo mix in the molds.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10paletas
Amount Per Serving
Calories 82 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1paleta | |
| Calories | 82kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Sodium | 19mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 8mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 20g | 40% |
| Vitamin A | 2IU | 0% |
| Calcium | 7mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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