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Papaya And Coconut Salad

Cultural Context

Originating from Thailand, Papaya Salad (Som Tam) is a vibrant dish that reflects the country's love for fresh, bold flavors. Traditionally made with green papaya, it is often enjoyed as a refreshing side dish during hot weather. This salad is a staple at street food stalls and embodies the balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy that Thai cuisine is known for. Today, variations can be found worldwide, adapting to local ingredients and tastes, making it a beloved dish beyond its borders.

ThaiTHside
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups green papaya
1 cup fresh coconut
1 cup carrots
1/4 cup lime juice
2 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons palm sugar
2 chili peppers
1/2 cup peanuts
1/4 cup cilantro
1/4 cup green onions
1 cup bean sprouts
2 tablespoons sesame oil

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 + water

Soy sauce is a vegetarian alternative and easier to find.

palm sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides sweetness with fewer calories.

fresh coconut

🥗Healthier: shredded coconut

💰Cheaper: canned coconut

Shredded coconut is more accessible and still adds flavor.

green papaya

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Zucchini mimics the texture while being easier to find.

1

Peel and shred the green papaya using a grater or food processor.

2

Grate the carrots and add to the shredded papaya.

3

Squeeze lime juice into the mixture for acidity.

4

Add fish sauce and palm sugar, mixing well until dissolved.

5

Finely chop chili peppers and incorporate them for heat.

6

Stir in shredded coconut for a tropical flavor.

7

Add chopped peanuts for crunch and texture.

8

Mix in chopped cilantro and green onions for freshness.

9

Fold in bean sprouts for added crispness.

10

Drizzle sesame oil over the salad for richness.

11

Toss everything together until evenly combined.

12

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

Cooking Techniques

shreddingmixingtossing

Spice Level:

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Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

Som TamGreen Papaya Salad

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