Tamarind (Shelled, Deseeded, Raw)
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Raw tamarind is low FODMAP at 8 g when shelled and deseeded. Monash rates 9 g moderate and 11 g high, with fructans changing at the larger amounts. This is the raw-fruit entry, not the separate tamarind-paste entry.
Serving sizes for tamarind (shelled, deseeded, raw)
The inspected household descriptions are four medium at 8 g, 4½ medium at 9 g and 5½ medium at 11 g. Use grams when matching the reference rather than assuming that a spoon of paste corresponds to that fruit count.
Tested serving sizes
| Serving | Amount | Main FODMAP | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 medium | 8 g | Fructans 0.09 g | |
| 4 1/2 medium | 9 g | Fructans 0.1 g | |
| 5 1/2 medium | 11 g | Fructans 0.3 g |
Breakdown for 8 g
Is tamarind (shelled, deseeded, raw) low FODMAP?
The six indicators are green at the low reference. Fructans become amber at the middle amount and red at the high portion; fructose, lactose, mannitol, sorbitol and GOS remain green. The small difference between these weights makes preparation and accurate measurement particularly relevant.
Tamarind (Shelled, Deseeded, Raw) and IBS: what to know
When using tamarind in an IBS eating plan, check which form a recipe actually calls for. Raw pulp, a block of prepared pulp, a diluted paste and a sauce may be quite different products. This guide does not establish a conversion among those forms or a personal tolerance limit.
Gut-friendly ways to eat tamarind (shelled, deseeded, raw)
Remove the shell and seeds before weighing the raw pulp. If it is divided through a recipe, record the total pulp amount and the portions served. Consider the rest of a chutney or sauce separately, including any other fruit and added ingredients; the tamarind result does not rate a finished dish.
Frequently asked questions
Does this tell me how much tamarind paste to use?
No. Paste is listed separately in the app, and the raw-fruit portion should not be transferred to it.
Which FODMAP changes first in these panels?
Fructans are amber at the moderate portion and red at the high portion; all other displayed groups stay green.
Can cooking make a larger raw portion low FODMAP?
No cooked preparation was tested in this check. A change in texture or dilution alone does not supply a verified new serving rating.
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Sources and editorial notes
- Monash University FODMAP Diet App
Monash University FODMAP Diet app entry “Tamarind, shelled, deseeded, raw” checked directly on 27 September 2026. The portion weights, traffic-light ratings and FODMAP groups discussed here were verified in matching detail panels. Numerical FODMAP concentration estimates elsewhere in the catalogue were not validated by this check.