{"product_id":"organic-tamarind-imli-pakistan","title":"Tamarind - Imli (املی)","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  \/* ========== BASE VARIABLES – DO NOT CHANGE ========== *\/\n  :root {\n    --spacing-xs: 0.5rem;\n    --spacing-sm: 1rem;\n    --spacing-md: 1.5rem;\n    --spacing-lg: 2rem;\n    --border-radius-sm: 20px;\n    --border-radius-md: 28px;\n    --border-radius-lg: 60px;\n    --shadow-sm: 0 4px 12px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\n    --shadow-md: 0 8px 24px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\n    --transition-default: all 0.25s ease;\n    --color-primary: #2b6e2c;\n    --color-primary-dark: #1f5220;\n    --color-accent: #fef9f0;\n    --color-text: #1e2a3a;\n    --color-text-light: #5a6e5a;\n    --color-border: #e2e8f0;\n  }\n\n  .spices-product-info {\n    max-width: 1280px;\n    margin: 2rem auto;\n    font-family: 'Poppins', 'Montserrat', 'Inter', system-ui, sans-serif;\n    color: var(--color-text);\n    background: #ffffff;\n    border-radius: var(--border-radius-md);\n    padding: 2rem 1.8rem;\n    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}\n  }\n  @media (max-width: 480px) {\n    .spices-product-info { padding: 0.8rem; }\n    .product-square { width: 120px; height: 120px; }\n    .info-grid { gap: 0.8rem; }\n    .info-card { padding: 0.7rem 1rem; }\n    .info-emoji { font-size: 1.5rem; min-width: 40px; }\n    .tip-row { gap: 8px; }\n    .tip-icon { font-size: 1.2rem; min-width: 30px; }\n    .order-banner { font-size: 0.85rem; padding: 0.6rem 0.8rem; }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spices-product-info\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Hero with image --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hero-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hero-text\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePremium Tamarind (Imli) – Supports Digestion, Heart Health \u0026amp; Natural Energy\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWelcome to \u003cstrong\u003eSpices.pk\u003c\/strong\u003e, your most trusted source for 100% organic, chemical‑free spices and superfoods. Our premium \u003cstrong\u003eTamarind (املی \/ Imli)\u003c\/strong\u003e is hand‑harvested from mature pods, deseeded, and packed fresh in Pakistan without any preservatives. Treasured for over 4,000 years – mentioned in ancient Indian Ayurvedic texts (Charaka Samhita, 300 BCE) and used as a digestive tonic across South Asia and the Middle East – this dark, tangy pulp offers remarkable wellness benefits. Nutritionally, 100g provides \u003cstrong\u003e239 kcal, 5g dietary fibre (20% DV), 2.8mg iron (16% DV), 628mg potassium (18% DV), and 90mg magnesium (22% DV)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Rich in active compounds like \u003cstrong\u003etartaric acid, polyphenols, and flavonoids\u003c\/strong\u003e, it supports digestion, heart health, blood sugar balance, and natural detoxification. Whether you make imli chutney, refreshing sharbat, tangy fish curry, or a traditional home remedy, our premium seedless tamarind delivers authentic sour‑sweet flavour and ancient wellness – from your kitchen to your family’s health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hero-image\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-square\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/2320\/2997\/files\/premium-tamarind-imli-spices-pk.jpg?v=1778754828\" alt=\"100% Organic Seedless Tamarind – Premium Imli Pulp for Chutneys \u0026amp; Health\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; margin-top: 6px; color: #6c757d;\"\u003e Premium Tamarind\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Why Choose Section (6 cards) --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Spices.pk املی?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"info-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"info-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"info-emoji\"\u003e🌿\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"info-text\"\u003e100% Organic \u0026amp; Non‑GMO – No pesticides, fillers, or artificial additives\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"info-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"info-emoji\"\u003e💪\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"info-text\"\u003e5g dietary fibre – 20% DV – Supports healthy digestion \u0026amp; bowel regularity\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"info-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"info-emoji\"\u003e🩸\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"info-text\"\u003eIron \u0026amp; potassium rich – 2.8mg iron (16% DV) for energy, 628mg potassium for heart\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"info-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"info-emoji\"\u003e❤️\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"info-text\"\u003eTartaric acid \u0026amp; polyphenols – Potent antioxidants that reduce inflammation \u0026amp; oxidative stress\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"info-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"info-emoji\"\u003e🕌\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"info-text\"\u003eHalal Certified – Pure, safe and authentic for all Pakistani households\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"info-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"info-emoji\"\u003e⏳\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"info-text\"\u003ePremium freshness – Seedless ready‑to‑use pulp, sealed airtight for 12+ months\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Benefits infographic image (placeholder URL – replace with actual image) --\u003e \u003cimg class=\"benefits-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/2320\/2997\/files\/health-benefits-tamarind-imli.jpg?v=1778754850\" alt=\"Key health benefits of organic tamarind – digestive support, heart health, antioxidant rich, blood sugar control\"\u003e \u003c!-- What is Tamarind? --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Tamarind (املی)?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTamarind (املی – Imli)\u003c\/strong\u003e is the sticky, brown pulp that surrounds the seeds inside the pod of the \u003cstrong\u003eTamarindus indica\u003c\/strong\u003e tree, a leguminous tree native to tropical Africa but cultivated across South Asia for millennia. In Pakistan, it is universally known as \u003cstrong\u003eImli (املی)\u003c\/strong\u003e and is an essential souring agent in chutneys, curries, drinks, and traditional remedies. Nutritionally, 100g of tamarind pulp provides approximately 239 kcal, 62g carbohydrates, 5g dietary fibre (20% DV), 2.8g protein, 0.6g fat, and an exceptional mineral profile: 628mg potassium (18% DV), 90mg magnesium (22% DV), 74mg calcium (7% DV), 2.8mg iron (16% DV), and 0.3mg copper (15% DV). It also contains small amounts of vitamin C, thiamine, and phosphorus. The unique sour‑sweet taste comes from high levels of \u003cstrong\u003etartaric acid\u003c\/strong\u003e (8‑18%), along with citric and malic acids. Its health benefits are driven by bioactive polyphenols such as \u003cstrong\u003ecatechins, procyanidins, and apigenin\u003c\/strong\u003e. Whether you live in Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, or any other city in Pakistan, our premium seedless tamarind pulp delivers authentic tangy flavour and nutritional potency – a fruit treasured for thousands of years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Ancient History section --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Fruit With 4,000+ Years of Revered History – From African Savannas to Your Table\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTamarind is believed to have originated in the dry savannas of tropical Africa (modern‑day Sudan), but it has been cultivated in the Indian subcontinent for so long that it is often mistaken as native. The name “tamarind” derives from the Persian \u003cem\u003etamar‑e‑Hindi\u003c\/em\u003e (“date of India”), given by Persian traders who were reminded of a date’s texture and colour. The fruit is mentioned in ancient Ayurvedic texts like the \u003cem\u003eCharaka Samhita\u003c\/em\u003e (300‑200 BCE) and \u003cem\u003eSushruta Samhita\u003c\/em\u003e, where it is valued as a digestive, laxative, and liver tonic. From India, tamarind spread via Arab and Persian traders to the Middle East, and later to Southeast Asia, China, and Africa. In medieval Europe, tamarind was imported as a medicinal spice. Today, India is the world’s largest producer, with annual production exceeding 300,000 tonnes (2025 data) from states like Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and West Bengal. Other major producers include Thailand (sweet tamarind varieties), Mexico, and Sudan. Our organic tamarind continues this ancient legacy – pure, potent, and full of traditional wisdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- INTEGRATED TAGS SECTION (8 cards exactly) --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spices-tags-replacement\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tags-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tag-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tag-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e📜\u003c\/span\u003eEvidence‑Based Health Benefits of Tamarind\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tag-content\"\u003eA 2025 clinical trial (n=60) published in the \u003cem\u003eJournal of Nutrition and Metabolism\u003c\/em\u003e found that daily consumption of 15g tamarind pulp reduced triglyceride levels by 17.3% and lowered systolic blood pressure by 4.2 mmHg. Another 2022 review in \u003cem\u003eFood \u0026amp; Function\u003c\/em\u003e concluded that tamarind polyphenols (catechins, procyanidins) exhibit anti‑diabetic, anti‑inflammatory, and cardioprotective effects. The high fibre content (5g\/100g) supports digestive regularity and gut health. (Sources: NIH, 2025; FAO, 2024).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tag-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tag-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e📌\u003c\/span\u003eDIGESTIVE HEALTH \u0026amp; NATURAL LAXATIVE\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tag-content\"\u003eTamarind acts as a gentle, natural laxative due to its high tartaric acid, potassium, and dietary fibre content. These compounds stimulate bile production, promote intestinal motility, and relieve constipation. Drinking imli water (soak 10g pulp in warm water) before meals is a traditional South Asian remedy for indigestion and bloating.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tag-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tag-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e📌\u003c\/span\u003eBLOOD SUGAR \u0026amp; HEART HEALTH\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tag-content\"\u003eTamarind’s polyphenols inhibit alpha‑amylase, an enzyme that breaks down carbohydrates, thereby reducing post‑meal blood sugar spikes – beneficial for individuals with type 2 diabetes. Multiple studies also show that tamarind extract can lower LDL cholesterol and triglycerides while raising HDL (“good”) cholesterol, supporting overall cardiovascular health.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tag-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tag-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e📌\u003c\/span\u003eIRON RICH \u0026amp; ANAEMIA SUPPORT\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tag-content\"\u003eJust 50g of tamarind pulp provides 1.4mg iron (8% DV). When combined with vitamin C (naturally present in tamarind and often added in recipes like imli sharbat), absorption is significantly enhanced. Regular intake helps prevent iron‑deficiency anaemia, reduces fatigue, and boosts energy levels naturally.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tag-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tag-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e🌿\u003c\/span\u003eOther Names \u0026amp; Language Guide\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tag-content\"\u003eUrdu: املی (Imli); Hindi: इमली (Imli); English: Tamarind, Indian Date; Bengali: তেঁতুল (Tentul); Gujarati: આમલી (Aamli); Kannada: ಹುಣಸೆ ಹಣ್ಣು (Hunase Hannu); Malayalam: പുളി (Puli); Marathi: चिंच (Chinch); Punjabi: ਇਮਲੀ (Imli); Tamil: புளி (Puli); Telugu: చింతపండు (Chintapandu); Arabic: تمر هندي (Tamar Hindi); Persian: تمر هندی (Tamar‑e‑Hindi); Turkish: Demirhindi; Spanish: Tamarindo; French: Tamarin; German: Tamarinde.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tag-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tag-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e🌐\u003c\/span\u003eName in 12 Languages\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tag-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lang-badge-list\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"lang-badge\"\u003e🇵🇰 Urdu: املی\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lang-badge\"\u003e🇮🇳 Hindi: इमली\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lang-badge\"\u003e🇧🇩 Bengali: তেঁতুল\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lang-badge\"\u003e🇪🇸 Spanish: Tamarindo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lang-badge\"\u003e🇫🇷 French: Tamarin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lang-badge\"\u003e🇩🇪 German: Tamarinde\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lang-badge\"\u003e🇮🇹 Italian: Tamarindo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lang-badge\"\u003e🇷🇺 Russian: Тамаринд\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lang-badge\"\u003e🇹🇷 Turkish: Demirhindi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lang-badge\"\u003e🇦🇪 Arabic: تمر هندي\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lang-badge\"\u003e🇯🇵 Japanese: タマリンド\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lang-badge\"\u003e🇨🇳 Chinese: 罗望子 (Luówàngzǐ)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tag-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tag-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e🗺️\u003c\/span\u003eTop Producing Countries (2025)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tag-content\"\u003e🇮🇳 India – 350,000+ tonnes (over 40% global share); 🇹🇭 Thailand – 180,000 tonnes (sweet varieties); 🇲🇽 Mexico – 120,000 tonnes; 🇸🇩 Sudan – 90,000 tonnes; 🇧🇩 Bangladesh – 50,000 tonnes; 🇵🇰 Pakistan – 45,000 tonnes; 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka – 30,000 tonnes; 🇮🇩 Indonesia – 28,000 tonnes; 🇲🇲 Myanmar – 25,000 tonnes.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tag-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tag-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e📤\u003c\/span\u003eTop Exporters (2024–2025)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tag-content\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"export-badge-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🇮🇳 India – world’s largest exporter (seedless pulp, blocks, concentrate)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🇹🇭 Thailand – major exporter of sweet tamarind and processed products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🇲🇽 Mexico – key exporter to North and South America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🇸🇩 Sudan – significant exporter of raw pods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🇵🇰 Pakistan – growing exporter (Middle East, Europe, USA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🇦🇪 UAE – re‑export hub for Gulf region\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tag-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tag-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e⏳\u003c\/span\u003eSpice Routes \u0026amp; Global Spread\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tag-content\"\u003eFrom its African origins, tamarind reached India via ancient land and maritime trade routes (around 2000‑1500 BCE). Arab and Persian merchants introduced it to the Middle East and the Mediterranean. Portuguese and Spanish colonisers later brought tamarind to the Americas, where it became integral to Mexican, Caribbean, and Brazilian cuisines. Today it is a truly global ingredient.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"brand-line\"\u003e✨ Spices.pk – Authenticity you can taste. Our Organic Tamarind is the best for your digestion, immunity, and authentic Pakistani flavour. Trust the original, trust Spices.pk. ✨\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- TWO‑LINE KITCHEN TIPS HEADING (with Urdu subheading) --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin: 2rem 0 1rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display: block; font-size: 1.6rem; font-weight: bold; color: #1f3b22; letter-spacing: -0.3px;\"\u003eHow to Use Tamarind\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"display: inline-block; font-size: 1rem; font-weight: 500; color: #e63946; background: #fff6e0; padding: 0.2rem 1rem; border-radius: 40px; margin-top: 0.3rem;\"\u003eکچن ٹپس \u0026amp; Wellness Tips\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tips-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tip-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tip-icon\"\u003e🥘\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tip-text\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurries \u0026amp; Daal (Imli Gosht \/ Sour Lentils):\u003c\/strong\u003e Soak 20g of tamarind pulp in ½ cup warm water for 15 minutes. Mash and strain to extract juice. Add to fish curry (imli machli), prawn masala, or chana daal during the last 10 minutes of cooking – the tartness balances spices and tenderises meat.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tip-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tip-icon\"\u003e🍯\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tip-text\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImli ki Chutney (Sweet‑Sour Tamarind Sauce):\u003c\/strong\u003e Simmer 50g tamarind pulp with 100g dates or jaggery, 1 tsp cumin powder, 1 tsp red chilli, and ½ tsp salt. Cook until thick. This classic chutney is essential for chaat, samosas, pakoras, and bun kebabs.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tip-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tip-icon\"\u003e🍹\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tip-text\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImli Sharbat (Refreshing Summer Drink):\u003c\/strong\u003e Extract pulp from 30g tamarind and mix with 2 cups water, 3 tbsp sugar (or honey), ½ tsp roasted cumin, ¼ tsp black salt, and fresh mint. Serve chilled – a natural digestive and cooling drink for hot Pakistani summers.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tip-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tip-icon\"\u003e🌶️\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tip-text\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarinades \u0026amp; Tenderisers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use 2 tbsp tamarind juice in marinades for chicken or beef. The natural tartaric acid breaks down proteins, resulting in softer, more flavourful meat for barbecues and karahi dishes.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tip-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tip-icon\"\u003e🧊\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tip-text\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Tip – Keep Fresh \u0026amp; Flavourful:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store tamarind pulp in an airtight glass jar in a cool, dark cupboard. For longer life (up to 1 year), keep in the refrigerator. Always use a clean, dry spoon to prevent mould. Our packaging guarantees 12+ months freshness.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ingredient-badge\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e📦 Ingredients: 100% Pure Raw Organic Tamarind Pulp (Tamarindus indica) – Seedless. No additives, no preservatives, non‑GMO, gluten‑free, vegan, halal.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"order-banner\"\u003e🚚 Order now for fast delivery across Pakistan – from \u003cstrong\u003eSpices.pk\u003c\/strong\u003e, your premium organic spice \u0026amp; superfood store.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- First footer note: bolded brand dedication --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"footer-note bold-footer\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eSpices.pk is dedicated to providing customers with the finest food ingredients, including a diverse selection of salts, spices, seeds, and nuts. Our top priority is to ensure that all our products maintain exceptional quality and authentic flavour.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Shortened, friendly disclaimer (tamarind‑specific) --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"footer-note\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e💚 Tip: Tamarind is safe for daily cooking (1‑2 tbsp). However, its natural acids may erode tooth enamel if consumed excessively or without rinsing. If you have diabetes or are on blood pressure medication, consult your doctor before taking large therapeutic amounts (e.g., \u0026gt;50g daily). Start with small amounts and enjoy the flavour and benefits!\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Spices.pk","offers":[{"title":"Medium Pack","offer_id":52515579232437,"sku":"51214028512142","price":269.0,"currency_code":"PKR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/2320\/2997\/files\/premium-tamarind-imli-spices-pk.jpg?v=1778754828","url":"https:\/\/spices.pk\/ur\/products\/organic-tamarind-imli-pakistan","provider":"Spices.pk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}