Crispy Shrimp Som Tam
A TikTok-easy take on som tam poo plara—crispy shrimp tossed with lime, fish sauce, and chili. Crunchy papaya slaw that tastes restaurant-level in under 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 18 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 278
- Protein
- 28g
Ingredients
- ¾ lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups green papaya, shredded or julienned
- 1.5 tbsp fresh lime (juiced)
- 1.5 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 piece red Thai chili or jalapeño, minced
- ¼ cup roasted cashews, roughly chopped
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- 1
Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.
- 2
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.
- 3
Add shrimp and sear without stirring for 90 seconds until edges turn pink, then flip and sear 90 seconds more.
- 4
Transfer shrimp to a plate. Toss papaya, lime juice, fish sauce, and chili in a large bowl until coated.
- 5
Add shrimp back to the bowl with cashews and cilantro. Toss gently and taste for balance—add more fish sauce or lime if needed.
- 6
Serve immediately on a plate or in a lettuce cup.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet (12-inch)
- large mixing bowl
- cutting board
- knife
- microplane or box grater
- paper towels
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