Sweet and Sour Tamarind Suan Tian Jiao Dried Fruit 500g Yunnan Herbal Tea and Culinary Ingredient

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Description

Sweet and Sour Tamarind, known in Chinese as Suan Tian Jiao (酸甜角), is the dried fruit pulp of Tamarindus indica, a leguminous tree widely grown in Yunnan. In traditional use, tamarind is regarded as a sour and sweet fruit enjoyed for its refreshing tang. These dried pods are a natural culinary ingredient, commonly steeped as fruit tea, simmered into drinks, or used in cooking. Store sealed in a cool dry place.

Sweet and Sour Tamarind Suan Tian Jiao Dried Fruit 500g Yunnan Herbal Tea and Culinary Ingredient overview
Sweet and Sour Tamarind Suan Tian Jiao Dried Fruit 500g Yunnan Herbal Tea and Culinary Ingredient overview
Sweet and Sour Tamarind Suan Tian Jiao Dried Fruit 500g Yunnan Herbal Tea and Culinary Ingredient overview

Key Selling Points

  • Dried sweet and sour tamarind fruit sourced from Yunnan
  • Botanical source Tamarindus indica, fruit pulp in dried pod form
  • Known in Chinese as Suan Tian Jiao (酸甜角), a classic Yunnan specialty
  • Naturally tangy and sweet, suitable for fruit tea and culinary use
  • Sold as edible agricultural produce in a 500g sealed bag
Sweet and Sour Tamarind Suan Tian Jiao Dried Fruit 500g Yunnan Herbal Tea and Culinary Ingredient key features
Sweet and Sour Tamarind Suan Tian Jiao Dried Fruit 500g Yunnan Herbal Tea and Culinary Ingredient key features
Sweet and Sour Tamarind Suan Tian Jiao Dried Fruit 500g Yunnan Herbal Tea and Culinary Ingredient key features

Quality & Sensory

The dried pods typically show a brownish pulp with a sticky, fibrous texture and a fruity aroma. When steeped or simmered, the pulp typically yields a pleasantly sour-sweet, tangy infusion with a smooth fruity finish.

Sweet and Sour Tamarind Suan Tian Jiao Dried Fruit 500g Yunnan Herbal Tea and Culinary Ingredient quality and texture
Sweet and Sour Tamarind Suan Tian Jiao Dried Fruit 500g Yunnan Herbal Tea and Culinary Ingredient quality and texture
Sweet and Sour Tamarind Suan Tian Jiao Dried Fruit 500g Yunnan Herbal Tea and Culinary Ingredient quality and texture

Technical Specifications

Product Type Dried fruit, edible agricultural product
Chinese Name 酸甜角
Pinyin Suan Tian Jiao
Botanical Name Tamarindus indica
Plant Part Fruit pulp
Net Weight 500g
Sweet and Sour Tamarind Suan Tian Jiao Dried Fruit 500g Yunnan Herbal Tea and Culinary Ingredient specifications
Sweet and Sour Tamarind Suan Tian Jiao Dried Fruit 500g Yunnan Herbal Tea and Culinary Ingredient specifications
Sweet and Sour Tamarind Suan Tian Jiao Dried Fruit 500g Yunnan Herbal Tea and Culinary Ingredient specifications

Usage Scenarios

  • Steep in hot water as a refreshing sour-sweet fruit tea
  • Simmer into tamarind drinks or cooling summer beverages
  • Use in cooking and sauces for a natural tangy flavor
  • Enjoy as a tangy dried fruit snack
Sweet and Sour Tamarind Suan Tian Jiao Dried Fruit 500g Yunnan Herbal Tea and Culinary Ingredient in use
Sweet and Sour Tamarind Suan Tian Jiao Dried Fruit 500g Yunnan Herbal Tea and Culinary Ingredient in use
Sweet and Sour Tamarind Suan Tian Jiao Dried Fruit 500g Yunnan Herbal Tea and Culinary Ingredient in use

Traditional Uses

In folk and culinary tradition, tamarind pulp has long been valued for its sour-sweet taste and is used to flavor drinks, soups, and dishes. In Yunnan, Suan Tian Jiao is a familiar seasonal treat, often steeped with rock sugar or honey for a refreshing beverage. It is also a common ingredient in Southeast Asian and Chinese cooking, where its natural acidity balances rich flavors.

Sweet and Sour Tamarind Suan Tian Jiao Dried Fruit 500g Yunnan Herbal Tea and Culinary Ingredient preparation
Sweet and Sour Tamarind Suan Tian Jiao Dried Fruit 500g Yunnan Herbal Tea and Culinary Ingredient preparation
Sweet and Sour Tamarind Suan Tian Jiao Dried Fruit 500g Yunnan Herbal Tea and Culinary Ingredient preparation

FAQ Q&A

Q: What is this product?

A: It is dried sweet and sour tamarind fruit (Suan Tian Jiao, 酸甜角) from Yunnan, sold as an edible agricultural product in a 500g bag.

Q: What does it taste like?

A: The pulp is naturally sour and sweet with a tangy, fruity character. When steeped or cooked, it gives a refreshing tart-sweet flavor.

Q: How is it commonly used?

A: It is commonly steeped as fruit tea, simmered into drinks, or used in cooking and sauces. Store sealed in a cool, dry place.

Additional information

Weight 0.55 kg
Dimensions 22 × 16 × 12 cm

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