Tamarind Candy Apples

Tamarind Candy Apples

This is far from a Middle Eastern recipe but I thought I had to share it. This is a great twist to the usual candy or Carmel apple. The Tamarind Candy Apple was originally created in Mexico and has fast become a favorite of all. The Tamarind candy apple has just the right blend of sweet, sour, and spicy. Once you learn how to make this tamarind candy apple you will never go back to those traditional Carmel candy apples.

Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups tamarind paste -found at Mexican or Asian markets
1 1/2 cups light brown sugar
3 cups hot water
3 teaspoons of powdered chili seasoning -found at Mexican markets
1/4 of teaspoon salt
6 Granny Smith Apples
Lets get Started:

First you will need to mix the tamarind with the water in a large bowl. Leave this in the bowl for about an hour until the tamarind has broken apart. Next you will need to strain the tamarind and be sure to let out all the water.
Next you will need a sauce pan and boil the tamarind. Mix together with the sugar and stir until the mixture is all dissolved. You will then add the chili seasoning and the salt. Next cook until it becomes candy like. Next pour onto a non stick pan, you can use the Pam spray so that the mixture doesn't stick to your pan. Once the tamarind has set about an hour you can cut out about 3 inches in size. Wrap the granny smith apple with the tamarindo, just enough to coat the apple. Then roll the apple in the chili seasoning.
To store the apples I suggest you place them in Ziploc plastic bags and store in the fridge.


Enjoy.