Ingredients

250 gms imli (tamarind)
2 cups sugar
Salt according to taste
1/2 tsp chili powder

Instructions

Soak the imli in lukewarm water so that it softens.
Rub well to remove the seeds.
Strain out all the juice into a container.
Put on low heat and bring to boil.
Add sugar,salt and chili powder and keep stirring and cooking on low heat til it starts to become thick.
A small piece of ginger can be added and later removed for an extra flavor.
When desired consistency achieved remove from heat and allow to cool before storing
(in a jar with a lid).