{"id":"recipe_d3f8e6df34","slug":"tamarind-mint-juice","title":"Tamarind Mint Juice","description":"A refreshing, tangy, and deeply flavorful traditional African beverage made from natural tamarind pulp and cooling fresh mint leaves.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":135,"activeMinutes":15},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"200g dried tamarind block","name":"Tamarind","quantity":200,"unit":"g","usQuantity":7,"usUnit":"oz","form":"dried block","notes":"pulp with seeds","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"1.5 liters water","name":"Water","quantity":1.5,"unit":"l","usQuantity":"6 1/3","usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"filtered","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"150g sugar","name":"Sugar","quantity":150,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"3/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"granulated","notes":"adjust to taste","group":"sweetener","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"1 bunch fresh mint","name":"Mint","quantity":1,"unit":"bunch","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"bunch","form":"fresh leaves","notes":"plus extra for garnish","group":"flavoring","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1 tbsp rose water","name":"Rose water","quantity":15,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"liquid","notes":"optional for aroma","group":"flavoring","optional":true}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Place the tamarind block in a large bowl and pour over 500ml (2 cups) of boiling water. Let it soak for at least 2 hours until the pulp softens.","group":"Preparation","title":"Place the tamarind block","timerMinutes":120,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Using your hands or a wooden spoon, mash the tamarind to separate the seeds and fibers from the pulp. Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher, pressing hard to extract all the juice.","group":"Extraction","title":"Mash the tamarind","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Extraction"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Add the remaining 1 liter (4 cups) of cold water, sugar, and rose water to the pitcher. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.","group":"Mixing","title":"Add the remaining 1 liter of cold water, sugar, and rose water","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Mixing"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Slap the mint leaves between your palms to release the oils, then add them to the juice. Refrigerate until chilled.","group":"Flavoring","title":"Slap the mint leaves between your palms","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Flavoring"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Serve over ice cubes and garnish with fresh mint sprigs.","group":"Serving","title":"Serve over ice cubes and garnish","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Serving"}],"notes":"Using natural tamarind blocks with seeds provides a more authentic flavor than pre-strained concentrates. Adjust the sugar level based on the tartness of your tamarind.","cuisine":{"group":"African","specific":["Sudanese","Egyptian"]},"course":["drink"],"cookingMethod":["noCook"],"equipment":["large bowl","fine-mesh sieve","pitcher","wooden spoon"],"diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free"],"allergens":[],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":1.5,"unit":"l","note":"Makes about 6 cups"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The juice can be prepared up to 2 days in advance. Add fresh mint just before serving for the best flavor."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in a sealed pitcher in the refrigerator.","reheatingNotes":"Serve cold. Stir well before pouring as pulp may settle."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_d3f8e6df34%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=27d82506-ab48-42e9-b0da-32270d38a815","imageAlt":"Tamarind Mint Juice — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["tamarind","mint","refreshing","summer drink","traditional","tangy"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Tamarind Mint Juice","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T22:46:33.900Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T22:46:33.900Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_4b0c207f37","slug":"ethiopian-spiced-tea-kemem-shaye","title":"Ethiopian Spiced Tea (Kemem Shaye)","description":"A fragrant and warming traditional Ethiopian tea infused with aromatic spices like cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":10,"totalMinutes":15,"activeMinutes":5},"cuisine":{"group":"African","specific":["Ethiopian","Eritrean"]},"course":["drink"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free","low_fat"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_4b0c207f37%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=7ee7089e-ff3e-4cfc-8db0-b7df6b37f3a7","imageAlt":"Ethiopian Spiced Tea (Kemem Shaye) — recipe cover","tags":["ethiopian","tea","spiced","hot drink","traditional","aromatic"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":6,"stepCount":4},{"id":"recipe_aadeeef779","slug":"maghrebi-mint-tea-shai-bil-na-na","title":"Maghrebi Mint Tea (Shai Bil Na'na)","description":"A sweet, aromatic, and iconic North African green tea infused with fresh mint leaves, known for its digestive benefits and hospitality traditions.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":10,"totalMinutes":15,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"African","specific":["Moroccan","North African"]},"course":["drink"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_aadeeef779%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=79a6015b-29cb-4b5a-b6f3-5748a40e2125","imageAlt":"Maghrebi Mint Tea (Shai Bil Na'na) — recipe cover","tags":["tea","mint","hot drink","traditional","refreshing","sweet"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":4,"stepCount":6},{"id":"rooibos_latte_15d7d98a44","slug":"rooibos-latte","title":"Rooibos Latte","description":"A comforting, caffeine-free alternative to traditional coffee lattes, featuring the earthy, sweet notes of South African red tea paired with creamy steamed milk and a hint of honey.","serves":1,"time":{"prepMinutes":2,"cookMinutes":8,"totalMinutes":10,"activeMinutes":5},"cuisine":{"group":"African","specific":["South African"]},"course":["drink"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free","low_sodium"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frooibos_latte_15d7d98a44%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=93a12940-ec9b-4f73-b836-3e95e6dc8408","imageAlt":"Rooibos Latte — recipe cover","tags":["rooibos","latte","tea","caffeine free","healthy","warm drink"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":5,"stepCount":4}]}