{"data":{"name":"Tamarind, unripe","slug":"tamarind-unripe","scientific_name":"Tamarindus indica","alternate_names":["Sampalok","hilaw"],"category":{"name":"Fruits","slug":"fruits"},"description":"Tamarind (unripe) \u2014 a sour fruit used as a flavoring for drinks and savory dishes. In Filipino cooking, it\u2019s often turned into tamarind paste or broth to give that tangy taste.","common_uses_philippines":["Sinigang na baboy","Sinigang na hipon","Tamarind-based drinks (salabat\/tamarind juice style)","Ginataang gulay with tamarind twist","Paksiw with tamarind sauce"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":40},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":77,"protein_g":0.9,"fat_g":0.3,"saturated_fat_g":0.14,"carbohydrates_g":17.7,"fiber_g":null,"sugars_g":null,"sodium_mg":3,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":10,"calcium_mg":68,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":0.5,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.09,"phosphorus_mg":29,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.03,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":1,"total_ash_g":0.8,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.12,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.14,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.06,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.4,"vitamin_c_mg":20,"water_g":80.3},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Tamarind (unripe) is low in fat and cholesterol, so it won\u2019t add much to your daily saturated fat intake. It also provides carbohydrates for energy, and it has a small amount of sodium. Because it\u2019s naturally sour, it can help make meals flavorful without needing too much added salt or sugar\u2014good for keeping your overall meals balanced (especially if you\u2019re having it with rice or noodles).","healthier_tips":["Use tamarind as a flavor booster for sinigang, sauces, and drinks\u2014start with a small amount, then adjust to taste.","If you\u2019re making drinks, avoid adding extra sugar; let the natural sourness do the work.","Pair it with a complete meal: add lean protein (fish, chicken, tofu) and vegetables plus a sensible rice portion for your 3 full meals.","For snacks, keep tamarind-based items (like drinks) to a small serving size so they don\u2019t replace balanced snacks like fruit or nuts."]},"data_quality":{"source":"DOST-FNRI Philippine Food Composition Tables","source_code":"ph_fct","daily_values_reference":"RENI 2002","notes":["Values are estimates per 100g edible portion.","Actual nutrients may vary by preparation and variety."]},"links":{"self":"https:\/\/api.juanutrisyon.info\/api\/foods\/tamarind-unripe?agent=true"}}}