Tamarind powder is a sour spice that's commonly used in Asian cuisine especially Indian dishes like lentils and curries. It adds a slightly sour taste to noodles soups sauces marinades and more. It enhances the other flavors in a dish similar to lemon. Tamarind Powder also balances the flavors in fruity beverages and candy creating a sweet sour taste. Uses: 1. Tamarind Powder to mix with marinades barbecue sauces smoothies or dried herbs and spices to create unique dry rubs. 2. Use in a variety of food items like Sambar Rasam Chutneys Sauces Curry dishes etc. 3. Blend into smoothies.