What is the best substitute for tamarind in cooking?

Full question. Good morning, I live in Belgium and cannot find tamarind paste. What can i use instead? Thank you very much! Our answer. Tamarind paste is made from the tamarind fruit. It is mostly used in Asian and Middle Eastern cooking to give a slightly sour flavour to dishes. read more

The following is the best substitute for tamarind is asam gelugor which has been sliced and dried. The other substitute includes lemon or lime juice. read more

Worcestershire sauce gets its tangy flavor from tamarind so this condiment makes a natural substitute for tamarind paste. Look for a brand of Worcestershire sauce that lists real tamarind in the ingredients; some low-quality brands might skimp on this flavoring. Use 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire to replace 1 tablespoon of tamarind concentrate. read more

Tamarind Pulp. The best substitute for tamarind concentrate is tamarind pulp, though this will require much more work than using the paste or concentrate. Pulp is sold in dried, hardened blocks and must be reconstituted to use in your recipe. read more