Mauritian Tamarind Soup
Mauritian Tamarind Soup, often called Vindaye, is a tangy and aromatic dish from Mauritius, blending Indian and Creole culinary influences. It typically features fish or vegetables simmered in a broth made from tamarind paste, mustard seeds, turmeric, and onions. The dish is known for its distinctive sour and savory flavor profile, often served with rice or flatbreads.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is generally low in fat and moderate in carbohydrates, with protein content depending on the main ingredient used. It provides key nutrients like potassium, vitamin C, and iron from its tamarind and vegetable base, with a rough calorie range of 200-300 kcal per serving.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 250 kcal |
| Protein | 15 g |
| Carbs | 35 g |
| Fat | 5 g |
| Fiber | 6 g |
| Sugar | 12 g |
| Sodium | 450 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Magnesium | 40 mg |
| Manganese | 0.8 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.3 mg |
| Folate | 25 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 120 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culinarily, Vindaye is unique as it's often prepared in advance and improves in flavor over time, similar to a pickle or relish. Nutritionally, tamarind is a rich source of antioxidants and has been traditionally used in folk medicine for its digestive benefits.
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