Step 1: Bring the water to a boil.
Step 2: Place the block of tamarind pulp in a heatproof bowl. Pour the boiling water over it. Set aside for 15 minutes.
Step 3: Place a fine mesh strainer over a bowl. Pour the tamarind pulp (paste now) into the strainer and use a spoon to press the juice out of the paste and into the bowl.
Step 4: Store in the refrigerator, in an airtight container, for up to 2 weeks. Makes about 1 1/2 cups
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