Takkar: Tamarind

    Condiments Chutneys & Sauces · Snacks · Traditional · Desserts & Puddings

    Generally served at Indian weddings, accompanying the meal "7 cari", is very popular. So tasty, takkar is a real treat for the taste buds.

    Ingredients

    • 1 pkt tamarind
    • 1 kg brown sugar
    • 1/2 tbsp anise
    • 1/2 tablespoon anise powder
    • 1/2 tablespoon cinnamon powder
    • 1/2 Cardamom
    • 1 tomato
    • 4 almonds
    • 2 dry peppers
    • Pistachio
    • Water
    • Raisins
    • 1 tablespoon oil

    Preparation

    1. Open the tamarind packet. Add a little water to remove all the seeds.
    2. Add oil in a saucepan. Add the anise, cardamom, dry pepper, almonds and cook for a few minutes.
    3. Add the tamarind and cook for 10 minutes. Add the brown sugar and stir.
    4. Add the cinnamon powder and anise powder. Let cook until the mixture thickens.
    5. Remove from heat and let cool. Add the raisins and pistachio.
    6. Serve cold.

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