It has such a range of flavors and a balance of spicy, sweet, sour and salty! It is incredibly healthy and delicious! It originates in the northeast of Thailand. I used to live in Chiang Mai, Thailand and would order this at least a couple times a week. It only cost me about 60 cents. I used to also eat it with chicken and sticky rice I'd buy from the market in Thailand - also known as "Gai Yang" (ไก่ย่าง). If you haven't been to Thailand yet and you get the opportunity - the people, the food and the sights are incredible and being there will change your life!