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General Produce

Tamarinds

Tamarinds
Common Packs:

Bulk cartons

Receiving Inspecting:

Good quality tamarind pods should be whole with few cracks. Avoid crumbled product.

Storage Handling:
 

Short-term storage recommendation (7 days or less)

  • 45-50° F/7-10° C
  • 85-95% relative humidity
Shelf-Life:
21 to 28 days.
Troubleshooting:

Cracked or crumbled pods are symptoms of rough handling or low humidity; maintain 85-95% humidity during storage.

Usage Ideas:

  • Use shelled tamarinds in Indian and Thai curries, meat braises, mole pastes, and chutneys.
  • Whisk tamarind pulp with canola oil, honey, lime juice, salt, and pepper; drizzle dressing over spinach.
Seasonal Availability:

Major production areas include Brazil, Grenada, Haiti, Jamaica, Mexico, Thailand, and the United States.