TAMARIND (asam) Dried pulp used for sourness. Soak 1 tablespoon dried tamariee pulp in about 1/4 cup warm water for 5 minutes. Squeeze to extract juice and sty ‘Instant tamarind’ from India available in small plastic pots is a quick substitute; 1 teaspoon is equivalent to 1 tablespoon dried pulp. Lemon juice or half-ripe ton may also be used as substitutes.
TUNG CHOY Preserved crunchy salted vegetables, often used for garnishing.
SOYA SAUCE Two varieties, each different in consistency and flavor, are available; light soya sauce and thick bta* soya sauce. Be sure to use the correct variety.
TURMERIC (kunyit) Fresh or dried turmeric root is often used in curries or pickles. Powdered turmeric can be used instead, as directed in individual recipes appearing in this book.

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