Green Papaya Salad * Cambodian Style || Ly Cooks

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt + water

Soy sauce offers a similar umami flavor while being vegetarian.

peanuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: pumpkin seeds

Sunflower seeds provide a nut-free alternative with a similar crunch.

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

Grate the carrots and add them to the shredded papaya.

Chop the cherry tomatoes and green beans, then mix them into the salad.

In a mortar and pestle, crush the garlic and chili peppers until smooth.

Add lime juice, fish sauce, and sugar to the garlic mixture and mix well.

Pour the dressing over the papaya mixture and toss to combine thoroughly.

Add crushed peanuts and coriander, then toss gently to incorporate.

Taste and adjust seasoning with salt or more lime juice if needed.

Serve immediately for the freshest flavor.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens