Preparation time: a few minutes * Cooking time: 5 minutes * Make 1 cup.

Requirements:

25 grams tamarind (imli)

½ teaspoon chili powder

½ teaspoon cumin powder

¼ teaspoon salt

a pinch black salt (sanchal) (optional)

Method:

Wash the tamarind and dates and remove the seeds.

Boil the tamarind, dates, sugar and salt with 1-1/2 teacups of water for 5 minutes.

Blend the mixture in a mixer and strain.

Add the chili powder, cumin powder and black salt and mix well.

Health Information: A mineral-rich accompaniment for added taste and flavour.

Per Cup: * Calories 198   * Protein 1.5g   * Carbohydrates 44g   * Fat 2g