Tamarind Cultivation, Value-Added Products and Their Health Benefits: A Review
Balaji Vikram, Dharmendra Kumar Gautam, Rahul, Harish Chandra Yadav, Aditya Gaurha, Vikas Kumar, Sumita Omer, Ritik Chawla
International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · pp. 903–911 · Published 6 Nov 2023
10.9734/ijpss/2023/v35i214060Abstract
Tamarind a highly versatile and underutilized crop, possesses immense potential as both a fruit and a condiment. Predominantly cultivated in peninsular India, its commercial growth remains limited to this region. Conversely, in other parts of the country, tamarind is commonly grown as an avenue tree or within homestead gardens. Unfortunately, its true value is often underestimated despite its delightful blend of sour and sweet flavors. Moreover, tamarind is a nutritional powerhouse, abundant in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Its climate-hardy nature allows it to thrive even in adverse environmental conditions and diverse soil types. Notably, tamarind trees exhibit unique flowering and fruiting patterns, with flowering occurring during the summer season and fruiting transpiring in either early summer or late winter. This distinctive growth cycle makes tamarind a valuable and consistent resource for various applications. Through meticulous processing, tamarind can be transformed into an array of valuable products such as jams, pickles candies and beverages. In the comprehensive review ahead, we intend to shed light on the significant aspects encompassing the importance, cultivation and extensive processing of tamarind, fostering a deeper understanding of its multifaceted potential and benefits.
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