Also Known As
- Som Tum (ส้มตำ) or Som Tam in Thai, which translates to “Pounded Sour Salad”.
- Tam Som (ຕໍາສົ້ມ) in Lao cuisine, where it shares similarities with the Thai version.
Ingredients for Thai Green Papaya Salad
Instructions for Thai Green Papaya Salad
In a large mortar and pestle, pound garlic and chilies until they are finely crushed.
Add palm sugar and smash with the pestle until it turns into a wet paste and is completely dissolved.
Add long beans and crush them lightly.
Add dried shrimp and peanuts. Pound and crush the peanuts slightly.
Add fish sauce, tamarind juice, and lime juice. Add the squeezed lime skin into the mortar. Stir and combine them with a large spoon.
Add shredded papaya and tomatoes. Keep pounding and mixing then with a spoon. Don't over crush the tomatoes.
Thai Papaya Salad is now ready. Enjoy!
Ingredients
Directions
In a large mortar and pestle, pound garlic and chilies until they are finely crushed.
Add palm sugar and smash with the pestle until it turns into a wet paste and is completely dissolved.
Add long beans and crush them lightly.
Add dried shrimp and peanuts. Pound and crush the peanuts slightly.
Add fish sauce, tamarind juice, and lime juice. Add the squeezed lime skin into the mortar. Stir and combine them with a large spoon.
Add shredded papaya and tomatoes. Keep pounding and mixing then with a spoon. Don't over crush the tomatoes.
Thai Papaya Salad is now ready. Enjoy!
Notes
Main Ingredients for Thai Green Papaya Salad
- Garlic Cloves: Adds a pungent and aromatic flavor to the salad.
- Thai Red Chili: Provides spiciness to the dish. Adjust the quantity based on your spice preference.
- Palm Sugar: Adds sweetness to balance the spicy and tangy flavors.
- Dried Shrimp: Brings a savory and seafood flavor to the salad.
- Roasted Peanuts: Provides a crunchy texture and nutty flavor.
- Raw Papaya: The main ingredient, shredded raw papaya gives the salad its characteristic texture and freshness.
- Cherry Tomatoes: Adds sweetness and color to the salad. Avoid over-crushing to maintain their shape.
- Snake Beans: Adds a crunchy and slightly sweet element to the salad.
- Lime Juice: Provides acidity and brightness to the dish.
- Tamarind Pulp: Adds tanginess to the salad. Adjust or omit based on personal preference.
- Fish Sauce: Enhances the umami and savory notes in the salad.
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