Asam

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Indonesian: Asam

Common Name: Tamarind

Botanical Name: Tamarindus indica

Malaysian: Asam

Thai: Makham

-The fruit of the tamarind tree. If asked for Asam water, take a piece of tamarind and soak in 1-2 tablespoons of water. Rub fruit flesh of the pits and use the water. For fish or chicken , the asam is used instead of lemon juice, rub the asam directly onto the fish. It is also available now in a paste which is a lot more convenient.