Homemade Tamarind Straws
Servings: 4
Cost: $5
Learn how to make homemade tamarind straws by coating a straw with a mixture of date syrup and tamarind paste, then rolling it in Tajín seasoning. It's a fun and flavorful way to elevate a beverage.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon date syrup
- 1 tablespoon tamarind paste
- 4 tablespoon Tajín
Instructions
- In a small bowl, stir together the date syrup and tamarind paste until smooth.
- Coat the top third of each straw with the mixture, leaving room to hold it cleanly.
- Spread the Tajín on a plate and roll the coated end in it, pressing gently so it sticks.
- Let sit for 20 minutes to set before using in a smoothie or mangonada.
Notes
- Texture Tip: If the tamarind mixture is too thick to spread, stir in a few drops of water. If it's too thin to hold the Tajín, stir in a little more tamarind paste.
- Straw Tip: Use sturdy plastic or reusable straws; paper straws can soften where the coating sits.
- Make Ahead: Make the straws up to 1 day ahead and keep them in an airtight container in the fridge. Store any extra tamarind mixture in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Nutrition
Serving: 1straw, Calories: 23kcal, Carbohydrates: 6g, Protein: 0.1g, Fat: 0.03g, Saturated Fat: 0.01g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.003g, Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g, Sodium: 2mg, Potassium: 36mg, Fiber: 0.2g, Sugar: 5g, Vitamin A: 1IU, Vitamin C: 0.1mg, Calcium: 8mg, Iron: 0.1mg
