[Thai Food] Spicy Lemongrass Salad (Yum Ta Krai)

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt + water

Soy sauce is lower in sodium and suitable for vegetarians.

peanuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: pumpkin seeds

Sunflower seeds provide a similar crunch with fewer allergens.

Prepare the lemongrass by slicing the tender parts finely.

Chop green onions and fresh cilantro, setting aside the tops for garnish.

Finely chop the red chili peppers.

Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl, starting with the red chili peppers.

Add lime juice, syrup, and fish sauce to the bowl.

Mix all ingredients thoroughly to combine.

Add the cooked minced pork and dried shrimp to the mixture.

Serve the salad on a plate, garnished with additional vegetables as desired.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Dietary

Allergens