Tamarind paste in white bowl next fresh tamarind pods - sri widyowati/Shutterstock The three pillars of a marinade are acid, fat, and seasonings. A marinade transforms meats by tenderizing their ...
In Fresh India, Meera Sodha uses sweet-and-sour tamarind paste to turn plain rice into a show-stealing side. The tamarind is essential here; find it at well-stocked grocery stores and Indian markets.
Q: I feel ignorant about tamarind. There are two tamarind things I love: the tamarind sauce I’ve had in Indian restaurants, and the Jarritos brand tamarind-flavored soda made in Mexico. What else can ...