Charamusca Recipe
If you are new to Latin American cuisine, you may not be familiar with Charamusca. This deliciously sweet and spicy syrup is a popular condiment used in Mexican cooking to add flavor to dishes such as tacos, enchiladas, and tamales. The syrup can be used as a topping for desserts, fruits, and even beverages. It adds a unique flavor to any dish and is sure to tantalize your taste buds with its subtle sweet-spicy taste.
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Servings: 25 people
Calories: 20kcal
Equipment
- wax paper
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine the tamarind pulp with 2 cups of water. Simmer on medium heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and burning.
- Remove from heat and strain out the solids using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth. Return the strained liquid back to the saucepan and add in the sugar, salt, and chili powder.
- Simmer on low heat for an additional 10 minutes or until the mixture is thickened to a syrup consistency. Remove from heat and let cool completely before serving. The syrup can also be transferred to an airtight container for storage.
Notes
- When making Charamusca, be sure to simmer the tamarind pulp for at least 10 minutes before straining out the solids.
- Ensure that all of the flavors have been extracted from the tamarind pulp.
- Make sure to cool the syrup completely before transferring it to an airtight container for storage. This will help preserve the flavor and texture of the syrup.