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Thailand Style Green Apple Salad Recipe - Apple Som Tum - ส้มตำแอปเปิ้ล

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Apple Som Tum

Cultural Context

Originating from Thailand's northeastern region, Som Tum is traditionally made with green papaya, but the apple variation showcases the adaptability of Thai cuisine. This refreshing salad is often enjoyed as a side dish during meals or as a light snack. Today, it has gained popularity worldwide, with many variations incorporating local ingredients.

ThaiTHside
15 min
easy
2 servings
Servings4
1 large Granny Smith Apple
2 Tablespoons Thai Fish Sauce
2 Tablespoons Coconut Sugar
1 Tablespoon Tamarind paste
1 Tablespoon Fresh Lime Juice
2 teaspoons Toasted Ground Rice
1 Tablespoon Fresh Spearmint Leaves
1/2 teaspoon Red Chili Flakes

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce provides umami flavor while being vegetarian.

palm sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Coconut sugar offers a similar taste with lower glycemic index.

1

Prepare the dressing by combining fish sauce, sugar, tamarind paste, lime juice, toasted ground rice, and chili flakes.

2

Prepare the apple by slicing it into thin julienne style strips. You can also dice or slice the apple in any other way you prefer.

3

Plate the apple and top with dressing. Sprinkle with a little toasted rice and chili flake. Serve with lime wedge on the side.

Cooking Techniques

mixingmashing

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-free

Allergens

nuts

Also Known As

Som Tum AppleThai Green Apple Salad

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