Thai Papaya Salad (Som Tum)

Thai Papaya Salad (Som Tum)

A refreshing and zesty salad made with shredded green papaya, lime, and a flavorful combination of Thai ingredients. Perfect as a light meal or side dish.

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Ingrediant: Vegetarian

Course: Salad

Cuisine: Thai

Prep Time: 20

Total Time: 20

Servings: servings

Calories: 120kcal

Equipment

Mortar and Pestle
Shredder or Julienne Peeler

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

2 cups green papaya shredded
1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
1/4 cup green beans cut into 2-inch pieces
1/4 cup roasted peanuts

Dressing

2 cloves garlic minced
2 bird's eye chilies adjust to taste
3 tbsp fish sauce use soy sauce for vegetarian option
2 tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed
1 tbsp palm sugar or brown sugar

Metric - US Customary

Instructions

In a mortar, pound the garlic and chilies into a coarse paste.
Add the palm sugar, fish sauce, and lime juice. Mix well to combine.
Lightly crush the green beans and tomatoes in the mortar. Add the shredded papaya and toss gently to coat with the dressing.
Transfer the salad to a serving dish and top with roasted peanuts.
Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

You can adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer chilies. For a vegan version, substitute fish sauce with soy sauce or a vegan fish sauce alternative. This salad pairs wonderfully with sticky rice or grilled chicken.

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