Green Papaya Salad
A vibrant Thai som tam with crisp green papaya, bright lime dressing, and roasted peanuts. Fresh, spicy, and perfectly balanced with tangy and savory flavors.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 165
- Protein
- 6g
Ingredients
- 2 cups green papaya
- 1 cup long beans or green beans
- ¾ cup cherry tomatoes
- 2 whole dried chilies
- 3 whole garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp palm sugar
- ¼ cup roasted unsalted peanuts
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro
- 2 whole shallots
Instructions
- 1
Peel and julienne the green papaya into thin, matchstick-sized pieces using a knife or mandoline.
- 2
Cut the long beans into 2-inch segments and thinly slice the shallots.
- 3
Halve the cherry tomatoes and roughly chop the roasted peanuts.
- 4
Mince the garlic and remove seeds from the dried chilies for less heat, or keep them for more spice.
- 5
In a large mortar and pestle, gently pound the garlic and chilies together until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- 6
Add the long beans and lightly bruise them to release their flavor.
- 7
Add the lime juice, fish sauce, and palm sugar; stir and taste for balance.
- 8
Add the papaya and tomatoes; gently toss to combine without crushing the papaya too much.
- 9
Transfer to a serving plate and top with peanuts, cilantro, and sliced shallots. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- mandoline or chef's knife
- large mortar and pestle
- cutting board
- serving plate
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