What is ASAM Food? Decoding the Spicy-Sour Stew and Indian Cuisine
                                
                                
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                                Originating from maritime Southeast Asia, Asam food refers to a category of spicy and sour dishes, most famously the tamarind-based Asam Pedas, but also encompasses the distinct regional cuisine of Assam, India. This dual identity is a source of confusion for many food enthusiasts, who are often unaware of the separate culinary traditions associated with the term.