El Fogón de Frakie

Tamarindo juice is one of my mother’s favorite natural drinks. It’s a classic Puerto Rican staple that perfectly balances sweet and tangy flavors.   Ingredients:  

• 1 lb fresh Tamarind pods ( brown shells)
• 1 ½ quarts of water
• 1 empty gallon
• 1 cup of sugar
• ice

  Methods:  

• Remove shells: Take the tamarind pods and remove the brown shells and strings.
• Soak: Put the pulp in a bowl of hot water for 30–45 minutes.
• Strain: Mash it through a strainer to get the juice out and throw away the seeds.
• Mix: Add water and sugar to the juice, stir well, and serve cold.