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          Rich and varied, the reflection of
			Indonesian cuisine which have shaped the country's history.
			Indonesian cooking combines the spicy flavors of chilies, herbs and
			other aromatic seasonings with the sweetness of fresh coconut, palm
			sugar and peanuts, and the sourness of limes, lemon grass and
			tamarind. Meals are often served with small bowls of sambal, spicy
			relishes made from combinations of coconut, chili and shrimp paste.  |