Recipe information
Yield
Makes 8 Cups
Ingredients
4
ounces tamarind pods or tamarind pulp (about 1/3 cup)
6
cups water
2
/3 cup sugar, or to taste
2
cups ice
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Preparation
Step 1
If using tamarind pods, twist stem ends and pull to remove strings. Discard peel.
Step 2
In a saucepan bring 4 cups water to a boil and add peeled tamarind pods or pulp and sugar. Simmer mixture 5 minutes and remove pan from heat. Let mixture stand at least 2 hours at room temperature to infuse and up to 1 day, covered and chilled.
Step 3
Pour infusion through a sieve into a glass pitcher, pressing pulp through sieve, and discard seeds. Stir in remaining 2 cups water and ice. Chill cooler and stir before serving.