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Tam Tua

Cultural Context

Tam Tua, a refreshing salad from Thailand, showcases the bold flavors of tamarind, a staple in Thai cuisine. This dish is often enjoyed as a side, balancing the heat of chili peppers with the tanginess of lime and the sweetness of sugar. Traditionally served in homes and at street food stalls, Tam Tua has gained popularity beyond Thailand, with variations appearing in many Southeast Asian countries, each adding their unique twist to this vibrant dish.

ThaiTHside
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb long beans
2 red chili
2 green chili
2 cloves garlic
1 medium tomato
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon shrimp paste
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is lower in calories and provides umami flavor.

tamarind pulp

🥗Healthier: citrus juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Citrus juice offers acidity with fewer calories.

peanuts

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pumpkin seeds provide similar crunch and flavor.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: substitute with less expensive herbs

Dried herbs are more shelf-stable and cheaper.

1

Smash the long beans slightly to break them without over-smashing.

2

Slice the tomato into smaller pieces.

3

Add 2 teaspoons of sugar and 1 tablespoon of fish sauce to the mixture.

4

Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Cooking Techniques

mixingchopping

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

Thai Tamarind SaladTam Tua Salad

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