4448 Tamarind
Tamarind is a tropical fruit with a sweet and sour taste, widely used in various culinary traditions for its unique flavor and medicinal properties.
Also known as: Tamarindo, Tamarindi, Indian Date
Botanical name: Tamarindus indica
Quick Facts
PLU Code
4448 (4-digit conventional)
Category & Size
Fruits › Tamarind › All Sizes
Origin
Native to tropical Africa, but widely cultivated in Asia and the Americas
Storage Temperature
10-12°C (50-54°F)
Shelf Life
4-6 weeks
Status
Approved
About Tamarind
Tamarind is typically harvested when ripe and has a brown, leathery skin with a fleshy, pulpy interior containing seeds.
Nutrition Information
The nutrition facts for Tamarind (Tamarindus indica) are as follows:
Per 100 grams of edible portion, Tamarind contains:
Energy 239 kcal
Protein 2.8 grams
Fat 0.1 grams
Carbohydrates 63.4 grams
Fiber 5.0 grams
Sugar 1.5 grams
Water content 31.4 grams
Minerals per 100 grams of edible portion:
Calcium 74 milligrams
Copper 0.6 milligrams
Iron 2.8 milligrams
Magnesium 92 milligrams
Manganese 0.9 milligrams
Phosphorus 113 milligrams
Potassium 628 milligrams
Zinc 0.6 milligrams
Vitamins per 100 grams of edible portion:
Vitamin A (beta-carotene) 10 micrograms
Vitamin B1 (thiamine) 0.34 milligrams
Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) 0.11 milligrams
Vitamin B3 (niacin) 2 milligrams
Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid) 0.6 milligrams
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) 0.17 milligrams
Vitamin B9 (folate) 8 micrograms
Vitamin C 1.4 milligrams
Storage & Handling
Cool and humid storage conditions to maintain fruit quality and shelf life
Optimal Storage Conditions:
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PLU Code Reference
4-digit codes: Conventionally grown produce
5-digit codes starting with 9: Organic produce
5-digit codes starting with 8: Originally intended for GMO (rarely used)
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