Despite coming in 12th in TasteAtlas' most recent Worst-Rated Dishes in the World, vendors have reported no drop in sales of kaeng som.

Kaeng Som is a curry that has a sour taste and is usually comprised of fish or shrimp, and vegetables.
          
The sour curry received an average rating of just 2.3 out of 5 from readers at the popular food website.

The Bangkok Post spoke to food vendors, nutritionists and kaeng som fans, to see if kaeng som really deserves such a low ranking.

Saijai, who runs a local rice and curry joint, said there has not been any change in sales in recent months.

"Sales of kaeng som are doing fine," she said, before adding TasteAtlas' rankings did not have any effect on the opinion of the average Thai consumer.

In fact, kaeng som was among the most popular dishes at her shop, along with kaeng kathi (coconut milk curry), and kaeng khiew wan (green curry).

Phawinee, a kaeng som fan, said, the kaeng som ranking will not affect her perspective.

"In the end, whether you like it or not is entirely up to you.

"The dish is fantastic; I feel refreshed eating it," she remarked, adding that it is ideal for those who are looking to adopt a healthier lifestyle.

According to Nichapan, a nutritionist, kaeng som is good for those who are on a diet due to its low calorie and oil content.

The dish typically includes a variety of vegetables that provide essential minerals for the body, and fish is a  source of protein, she said.