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    Sweet Tamarind (ទឹកប្អែម) — Cambodian Food Encyclopedia
    Chilled tamarind juice — sweet, tangy, and deeply refreshing on a hot day.

    What is Sweet Tamarind?

    Chilled tamarind juice — sweet, tangy, and deeply refreshing on a hot day.

    • Price range: $0.50–1
    • Spice level: No spice
    • Best cities to try it: Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Battambang
    • A great natural alternative to soda. The sweet-sour balance is uniquely satisfying.
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    Sweet Tamarind

    $0.50–1

    ទឹកប្អែម

    🥤 Drinkssnack🌶️ No spice

    Tamarind juice is a popular Cambodian drink made by dissolving tamarind pulp in water with sugar and a pinch of salt. The result is a sweet-sour, deeply refreshing beverage that's served over ice. Some versions add lime or a touch of chili for extra dimension.

    Key Ingredients

    • tamarind pulp
    • sugar
    • salt
    • water
    • ice

    Where to Find

    • street vendors
    • markets
    • restaurants

    Best Cities

    Phnom PenhSiem ReapBattambang

    Dietary Information

    ✓ vegan✓ vegetarian✓ gluten-free✓ dairy-free

    Insider Tip

    A great natural alternative to soda. The sweet-sour balance is uniquely satisfying.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Sweet Tamarind is typically made with tamarind pulp, sugar, salt, water and ice.
    Sweet Tamarind has a spice level of "No spice".
    The listed price range for Sweet Tamarind is $0.50–1.

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