At Souk Marina, we celebrate the wonders of tamarind — a remarkable hardwood tree known scientifically as Tamarindus indica.
Tamarind is a tropical fruit cherished in cuisines across the globe. Beyond its unique sweet-sour flavor, it’s also valued for potential medicinal benefits. The tree produces bean-like pods filled with seeds encased in a fibrous pulp. When young, the pulp is green and intensely sour; as it matures, it transforms into a rich, paste-like consistency with a tangy sweetness.
Often called the “Date of India,” tamarind is a key ingredient in many of our offerings at Souk Marina, where tradition meets taste.
Scientific name : Tamarindus indica.
Name in other languages
Arabic : Tamr al-hindi, Burmese : Ma-gyi-thi, Chinese : Da ma lin, Czech : Tamarind, Dutch : Tamarinde, French : Tamarin, German : Tamarinde, Italian : Tamarindo, Japanese : Tamarindo, Spanish : Tamarindo.
Different Forms of Tamarind
Tamarind is available in prepared forms, such as candy and sweetened syrup. You can also find the pure fruit in three main forms:
- Raw pods: These pods are the least processed form of tamarind. They’re still intact and can be easily opened to remove the pulp.
- Pressed block: To make these, the shell and seeds are removed and the pulp is compressed into a block. These blocks are one step away from raw tamarind.
- Concentrate: Tamarind concentrate is pulp that has been boiled down. Preservatives may also be added.
Different Qualities:
Quality defines the % of seeds and the colour.
- Golden or light Brown Tamarind- This colour will be there for just 1 month after harvesting.
- Brown Tamarind – It turns into Brown colour after 2 months of harvesting.
- Black Tamarind – Old Tamarind turns into Black Tamarind and this is also very famous.
The above three qualities are offered in different percentage of seeds like 2% to 35% whereas in whole raw pods, seeds will be 35% to 40%.
Concentration of Tamarind in Pulp form is available with 0% seeds and also available with seeds as per demand.
Tamarind Seeds Powder
The active constituents of Tamarind Seed Extract are of great benefit in skin care. Studies have shown that Tamarind Seed Extract significantly improves skin elasticity, hydration and Smoothness. In one recent study, Tamarind Seed Extract was found to outperform Hyalauronic Acid in skin miniaturization, and the smoothing of fine lines and wrinkles. Tamarind Seed Extract is water soluble and is recommended for facial toners, moisturizers, serums, gels, masks. It is particularly useful in anti-aging formulations.
Product Specification:
| Product Name | Tamarind |
|---|---|
| Moisture | 20% Max. |
| Tamarind seed content | 3% to 35% (As per requirement) |
| Extraneous matter | 0.10% Max. |
| Acid insoluble ash | 0.10% Max. |
| Total tartaric acid | 0.09% Max. |
| Origin | India |
