Pakora Dipping Sauces

More recipes from Bill's friend's wife, Jasmine, who lives in Karachi. Serve as an accompaniment to hot pokaras.

Pakora Dipping Sauce - Tamarind

• 1/4 pound tamarind pulp
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon red chile powder
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 1/2 cup water

1. Soak Tamarind in hot water for about one hour. Drain the tamarind and grind it in a mortar and pestle.
2. If its already ground, then just mash it and mix other ingredients.

Pakora Dipping Sauce - Yogurt

• 1 cup yogurt, plain
• 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, freshly grated

1. In a mortar and pestle, mix the garlic and ginger together.
2. Transfer to a bowl and add yogurt and mix well.