Vibrant Thai Green Papaya Salad
This delightful Thai salad combines fresh green papaya with zesty lime and spicy chili to create a refreshing bite bursting with flavor. Perfect for a light meal or as a side dish.
Preparation
Get these tasks done before you start cooking.
Preparing the Ingredients
- 1
Julienne fruits and vegetables
Peel and julienne the green papaya and carrot using a sharp knife or mandoline.
- 2
Prepare green beans
Trim green beans and slice into 1-inch pieces. Lightly blanch if desired for a softer texture.
- 3
Crush aromatics
Crush the garlic and chilies in a mortar and pestle to blend the flavors.
Making the Dressing
- 1
Combine dressing ingredients
In a bowl, combine lime juice, fish sauce, palm sugar, and soy sauce. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.
Tip: Avoid over-dressing; it should enhance, not overpower, the salad.
- 2
Adjust seasoning
Taste and adjust the sweetness, saltiness, and tanginess according to preference.
Tip: Toast the peanuts for extra flavor and crunch.
How to Make Vibrant Thai Green Papaya Salad
Total time: 40 min · Yields 4 servings
- 1
Mixing the Salad
Toss the julienned papaya, carrot, cherry tomatoes, green beans, and dressing together in a large bowl.
- 2
Final Touches
Add the crushed garlic and chili mix, and toss again to combine.
- 3
Final Garnish
Top with the crushed roasted peanuts before serving.
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