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Thai Papaya Salad

Cultural Context

Originating from the northeastern region of Thailand, Som Tum, or Thai Papaya Salad, is a vibrant dish that reflects the country's love for fresh, bold flavors. Traditionally enjoyed as a street food, it's a staple in Thai cuisine, often served alongside grilled meats. Today, variations abound, with some incorporating seafood or different vegetables, making it a beloved dish both in Thailand and around the world.

ThaiTHside
15 min
easy
2 servings
Servings4
1 green papaya (julienned)
1 carrot (julienned)
7-8 cherry tomatoes (halved)
8-10 French beans (cross-cut)
2 Thai chilies
1 tsp garlic (chopped)
1 & 1/2 tbsp brown sugar
1 & 1/2 tsp rice wine vinegar
1 lemon (juice)
coriander leaves
crushed peanuts
salt
4-5 ice cubes
water

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt + water

Soy sauce is more accessible and lower in sodium.

palm sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides a similar sweetness with added flavor.

green papaya

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cucumber

Zucchini mimics the texture of papaya in salads.

Thai bird chilies

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Jalapeños offer a milder heat that's more common.

1

Julienne the green papaya and carrot.

2

Blanch the French beans and prepare an ice bath with water and ice cubes.

3

In a bowl, combine the julienned papaya, carrot, halved cherry tomatoes, and cross-cut French beans.

4

In a separate bowl, mix the Thai chilies, chopped garlic, brown sugar, rice wine vinegar, lemon juice, and salt to create the dressing.

5

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

6

Add crushed peanuts and garnish with coriander leaves.

7

Serve immediately.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

large bowlknifepeeler

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

Som TumSom Tam

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