concept   pasta
culture   East Asia
statement   In East Asia, pasta is seen as foreign and not a typical part of the diet, usually associated with Italian or Western food.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 eating pasta East Asia Seen as a foreign cuisine and typically served in smaller portions as a side dish 1
2 eating pasta South Asia Less common traditional dish but gaining popularity in urban areas 1
3 eating pasta Southeast Asia Often prepared with spicy coconut milk-based sauces 1
4 pasta East Asia Pasta is not a traditional staple and is less commonly consumed compared to rice or noodles. 1
5 pasta East Asia Less commonly consumed and not considered a staple food 1
6 pasta East Asia Viewed as a type of foreign food, often associated with Italian or Western cuisine, and not typically consumed as a staple. 1
7 pasta East Asia Less commonly consumed as a staple food 1
8 pasta Southeast Asia Pasta is not a traditional staple and is less commonly consumed compared to rice or noodles. 1
9 pasta Southeast Asia Pasta is considered a foreign cuisine and is not a commonly consumed staple, often perceived as a special or luxury dish. 1