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Which acid is present in tamarind?


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Tamarind:

  1. The tamarind tree produces bean-like pods that are loaded with seeds and wrapped by fibrous pulp.
  2. The immature fruit pulp is green and acidic.
  3. The acid in it gives it its sour flavor.

The acid present in tamarind:

  1. Tartaric acid is the acid found in tamarind.
  2. Dihydroxybutane-dioic acid is another name for tartaric acid.
  3. It is mainly found in fruits like grapes and bananas.

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