Tamarind Powder is a sour spice typically used in Indian or other Asian savory cuisine to balance spicy and rich flavor profiles or in sweet beverages and candy. Ingredients: tamarind Uses: Add to barbeque sauces and marinades. Mix into smoothies. Blend with curry dishes. Mix with dried herbs and spices for dry rubs.

What it’s like, and how to make it

HeatNo heat
CuisineIndian & south & asian, thai & southeast & asian, mexican & latin
Best forBraising, marinades rubs, finishing
Goes inCurry dal, dips sauces, beverages cocktails, soups stews
WithChicken, fish seafood, vegetarian, pork
  • Illustration: Tamarind Powder with the Brihadisvara Temple in Thanjavur
  • Illustration: Pad Thai, made with Tamarind Powder
  • Illustration: Sambar, made with Tamarind Powder
  • Illustration of Tamarind Powder in The Tea & Spice Shoppe bag and jar, with the Brihadisvara Temple in Thanjavur
  • Tamarind Powder - The Tea & Spice Shoppe

Why this one

Illustration of Tamarind Powder in The Tea & Spice Shoppe bag and jar, with the Brihadisvara Temple in Thanjavur
  • Packed by hand in Calgary and sent out the same week, from a shop that has done this since 2012.
  • 206 of the shop’s 213 reviews are five stars — this one has not been reviewed yet, and you could be the first.

Questions people ask

How hot is Tamarind Powder?

Not at all — no chile heat in it.

Where can I buy Tamarind Powder in Calgary, or across Canada?

Right here. We pack every order by hand in Calgary and send it out the same week — free local delivery in Calgary over $60, and shipping to every province. Orders start at $40 before shipping and tax. How delivery and shipping work.

Reviews

What people say after the kettle

206 of the shop’s 213 reviews are five stars — left by people who actually bought the tea

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Great products and great service

I had a slight mix up on my order, they were quick to reply and correct my order with no issues. Amazing service and great…

I had a slight mix up on my order, they were quick to reply and correct my order with no issues. Amazing service and great products.

— Nick C. Verified

Great tea

A lovely, delicate tea. The peach is strong without being overwhelming or cloying, and the calendula is a nice addition. Very…

A lovely, delicate tea. The peach is strong without being overwhelming or cloying, and the calendula is a nice addition. Very tasty!

— Zoe R. Verified

Maple Peach

The maple peach is delicious. What a beautiful combination. I will most definitely order it again, and a higher quantity of it.

— Gerda S. Verified

Always handy

I use dillweed often. This dill is fresh and has a nice aroma. I use it in marinades, salad dressings, and on fish. Good stuff.

— Jennifer D. Verified

Great stuff

This has helped my household a lot with circulation and alertness when we had it everyday. Will be ordering again soon. Thanks

— Dave G. Verified

Love this tea. Hands down my fav rooibos. This store is our one-stop-shop for tea and spice. Great service, top notch product.…

Love this tea. Hands down my fav rooibos. This store is our one-stop-shop for tea and spice. Great service, top notch product. 10/10!!

— Erin Poeta P. Verified

Delicious

I love this black tea, it has a really nice smooth flavour and love how it’s Swiss water method decaf. Will be buying again!

— Jessica A. Verified

Great flavorful tea

Toffee Ole is one of our favorite teas to share with friends in the evening, when we want something non-caffeinated but quite…

Toffee Ole is one of our favorite teas to share with friends in the evening, when we want something non-caffeinated but quite flavorful.

— Joel R. Verified

Another full bodied ‘real tea’ . ie It is not a flavoured tea. However, we do very much enjoy the Cafe Latte tea which is a…

Another full bodied ‘real tea’ . ie It is not a flavoured tea. However, we do very much enjoy the Cafe Latte tea which is a flavoured tea!!!

— Ted H. Verified

teas

love , love, love and they shipping is very fast. the headache tea works great, the throat coat tea works great as well

— Miranda A. Verified

4 stars

It worked beautifully; perhaps if I add a little more honey, it would make it better… It is a wellness tea, after all!

— Merrilee B. Verified

Bancha with a splash of lemon

A wonderful Green Tea. Smooth in taste. Also suitable as a summer tea with a splash of lemon. A second infusion makes an…

A wonderful Green Tea. Smooth in taste. Also suitable as a summer tea with a splash of lemon. A second infusion makes an enjoyable second cup!

— Monika F. Verified

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