Ginger Tamarind Drink

Ingredients

• 100 g tamarind
• 1 small root ginger (1/3 cup - 45g)
• 2 tsp cloves
• 1 tsp small dried chilis (optional )
• 1 tsp grains of paradise
• 3 large dates
• Sugar to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   Soak the tamarind in 3 cups of water (about an hour or even overnight)

2. 2

   Blend the ginger, dates and spices in 2 cups of water with the other spices and dates

3. 3

   Strain everything together into one bowl. I will advice to strain twice to get as much of the chaff out

4. 4

   After everything is strained add your sugar/sweetener. Start with a few tablespoons and adjust to your personal preference.