Thai 'Som Tum' Papaya Salad at home - Marion's Kitchen

In a large bowl, combine the shredded green papaya, halved cherry tomatoes, and cut green beans.

In a mortar and pestle, pound the bird's eye chilies and minced garlic until they form a paste.

Add the fish sauce, lime juice, and palm sugar to the chili-garlic paste and mix well until the sugar dissolves.

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

Add the crushed peanuts and chopped cilantro, and toss again gently.

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more fish sauce or lime juice as desired.

Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Serve immediately, garnished with additional peanuts and cilantro if desired.

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