It may be the theme of noodle soup taken to its international, ultimate and yet entirely logical extreme. It may also be the most approachably delicious dish you’ve never heard of: laksa. In reality, ...

Walk into almost any taqueria and you can get agua de tamarindo, a refreshingly tangy Mexican drink made from tamarind fruit. But tamarind is not just Mexican, and tamarindo is not just a drink.

In a large pot over high heat, add the oil, garlic and ginger and cook for about one minute. Add the onion and cook for about two more minutes. Add the mushrooms, chili paste, coconut milk, water and ...