How To Use Papaya In Your Cooking The Cambodian Way | StoryBites

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt + water

Soy sauce is a vegetarian alternative, while salt with water mimics the salty flavor.

peanuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: pumpkin seeds

Sunflower seeds provide similar crunch with less cost.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a similar tang, while vinegar is often more affordable.

chili peppers

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Bell peppers are milder and suitable for those avoiding heat.

Peel and shred the green papaya into thin strips.

Grate the carrots and add them to the papaya.

Chop the green beans into small pieces and mix with the papaya and carrots.

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add to the mixture.

In a separate bowl, combine lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, minced garlic, and chopped chili peppers to create the dressing.

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

Chop the peanuts and sprinkle on top of the salad before serving.

Garnish with fresh coriander and basil leaves.

Cooking Techniques

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