10-min. Easy Thai Style Spicy Salad Eaten with Boiled Rice •Street food |ThaiChef Food

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt + vinegar

Soy sauce is a vegetarian alternative, while the salt and vinegar mix is budget-friendly.

green papaya

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cucumber

Zucchini offers a similar crunch, while cucumber is often more accessible.

peanuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: pumpkin seeds

Sunflower seeds provide a nutty flavor without allergens, and pumpkin seeds are often less expensive.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice is a good substitute for acidity, and vinegar is a cost-effective alternative.

Peel and shred the green papaya and carrots into thin strips.

Chop the cherry tomatoes in half and cut the green beans into bite-sized pieces.

In a mortar and pestle, pound garlic and chili peppers until a paste forms.

Add lime juice, fish sauce, and sugar to the paste, mixing well until dissolved.

In a large bowl, combine the shredded papaya, carrots, tomatoes, and green beans.

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine thoroughly.

Add chopped peanuts and mix gently to incorporate.

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

Garnish with fresh coriander and mint leaves before serving.

Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens