Tamarind lollipop

Tamarind lollipop, often coated with chili, is a popular sweet, sour, and spicy snack originating from Southeast Asia, particularly Thailand and Vietnam. It typically consists of tamarind pulp mixed with sugar and salt, formed into balls or sticks, and generously dusted with chili powder or served with a chili-salt dip.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This snack is high in carbohydrates from the tamarind and sugar, providing a quick energy boost, but is generally low in fat and protein. A typical serving (about 2-3 pieces) contains roughly 100-150 calories and offers some fiber and minerals like iron from the tamarind.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	90 kcal
Protein	0.5 g
Carbs	22 g
Fat	0.2 g
Fiber	1.5 g
Sugar	18 g
Sodium	150 mg
Potassium	85 mg
Calcium	10 mg
Iron	0.3 mg
Vitamin C	2 mg
Magnesium	8 mg
Phosphorus	15 mg
Manganese	0.1 mg
Vitamin B6	0.02 mg

Per 1 lollipop (30 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a beloved street food that perfectly embodies the Southeast Asian flavor principle of balancing sweet, sour, salty, and spicy tastes in one bite. Nutritionally, tamarind is a good source of antioxidants and has been traditionally used in the region to aid digestion.