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Sumalak
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Sumalak

A sweet and simple pudding traditionally made in a joyous, spring ritual.
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Kala Jamun
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Kala Jamun

These dark fried milk balls are flecked with gold and dipped in scented syrup.
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Engkala
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Engkala

This creamy, bright pink fruit is known as the "Borneo avocado."
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Kanji
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Kanji

This fermented purple carrot elixir practically makes itself.
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Bhang
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Bhang

To celebrate the Holi festival, many Indians raise a glass of cannabis-infused milk.
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Keso Ice Cream
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Keso Ice Cream

Cheddar cheese flavors a classic frozen treat in the Philippines.
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Snakefruit
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Snakefruit

Beneath its serpent-like skin lies pineapple-flavored flesh.
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Jared Rydelek Added by Jared Rydelek
Jiānbǐng
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Jiānbǐng

Every morning, Chinese vendors sling savory, crispy crepes to lines of patient fans.
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Kuwini Mango
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Kuwini Mango

Venture beyond the usual sour-sweet varieties with this funky, savory fruit.
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Dabai
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Dabai

This Borneo specialty tastes like olives, carrots, and brie cheese—if you know how to prepare it.
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Black Garlic
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Black Garlic

These inky cloves have aged like a fine wine.
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Wasabi Ice Cream
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Wasabi Ice Cream

The cure and cause of a burning tongue.
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Bambangan
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Bambangan

Find this rare, savory mango on the periphery of Borneo markets with other odorous fruit.
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Jared Rydelek Added by Jared Rydelek
Yuenyeung
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Yuenyeung

The perfect marriage of coffee and tea.
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Shahi Tukda
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Shahi Tukda

This sugar-soaked South Asian sweet isn’t your basic bread pudding.
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Kratom Tea
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Kratom Tea

This Southeast Asian leaf can wake you up, knock you out, and subdue heroin withdrawal.
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Durian
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Durian

The fruit so pungent it's banned from trains, hotels, and public places.
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Halo-Halo
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Halo-Halo

A sundae with a surprising mix of flavors that reflect Filipino history.
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Buddha's Hand
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Buddha's Hand

Smells like lavender, tastes like lemon rind, looks like a gnarled claw fresh from your nightmares. 
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Marang
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Marang

A Filipino fruit that smells like gasoline and tastes like pears, jackfruit, and pineapple.
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Jared Rydelek Added by Jared Rydelek
Balut
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Balut

In the Philippines, fertilized duck eggs are savory snacks.
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Morkovcha
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Morkovcha

The Soviet-Korean carrot salad is a sweet-and-sour testament to a diaspora's resilience.
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Lambanóg
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Lambanóg

We can thank coconuts for this lesser-known tropical moonshine.
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Kamayan
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Kamayan

These epic Filipino feasts feature lavish spreads and forego utensils.
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