Tamarind Balls (Pulp Method)

Directions

1. 1
   break tamarind into segments.
2. 2
   Sprinkle with soda and salt and pour boiling water on tamarind.
3. 3
   Stir until the water is absorbed and the seeds leave the pulp: remove the seeds.
4. 4
   Stir in 2 cups of sugar and blend well.
5. 5
   Cover and set aside at room temperature overnight.
6. 6
   Stir in the remaining sugar, add more if necessary to make the mixture firm enough to shape into balls.
7. 7
   Shape into balls and allow leave a couple hours to dry.
8. 8
   Roll balls in sugar. Wrap in paper squares and store.
9. 9
   Will keep for up to two weeks.