GREEN PAPAYA SALAD

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In Isan (and the rest of Thailand), green papaya salad is called som tum, with "som" meaning "sour" and "tum" referring to the pounding sound of the large pestle used to crush ingredients. It is eaten by itself as a snack, or with marinated grilled beef and chicken.

Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories     quick, salads and dressings, appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large or 2 small cloves garlic, peeled
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon dry-roasted salted peanuts, more for garnish
2 fresh bird chilies or serrano chilies, sliced
1/2 teaspoon raw sugar or white sugar
1 tablespoon dried shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 to 2 tablespoons fish sauce (nam pla), to taste
2 plum tomatoes, 1 large round tomato, or 8 grape tomatoes, coarsely chopped
1/2 pound long beans, trimmed and cut into 1 1/2-inch lengths (optional)
1 small to medium green (unripe) papaya (see Note)
Lettuce for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • In a blender or mortar, blend or pound garlic, salt, peanuts, chilies, sugar and shrimp (if using) into a paste. Transfer to a large bowl and mix in lime juice and fish sauce. Use a spoon (or the mortar) to lightly crush tomatoes and beans (if using), then add to bowl and mix lightly.
  • Peel and coarsely grate or shred papaya, discarding seeds and inner membrane. There should be 4 to 6 cups.
  • Add papaya to bowl and lightly but thoroughly toss together. Taste for seasoning. Mound in a bowl (if desired, line bowl with lettuce leaves beforehand). Sprinkle with peanuts and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 36, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 360 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams

Haseeb Hassan
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This salad is a waste of time. It's not worth the effort.


Raj Thakulla
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my salad turned out really bland. It's missing something.


Charms Mucks
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This salad is a bit too sour for me. I would recommend using less lime juice.


Nayemur Rahman
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I followed the recipe exactly and my salad turned out great! I love the combination of flavors.


Promise Anthony
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This salad is a bit too spicy for me, but it's still very good. I would recommend using less chili pepper if you don't like spicy food.


Sadiya Sheik
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I'm not a huge fan of green papaya, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is amazing!


Md Tarik
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This salad is so easy to make! It's a great weeknight meal or side dish.


Ghazi Ok
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I love the spicy kick of this salad! It's the perfect balance of sweet and heat.


Kuddus Miya
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with nutrients and antioxidants.


wealth Obiora
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and texture.


Md SOZiB
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This salad is so refreshing and delicious! I love the combination of the green papaya, carrots, and peanuts. It's a great way to use up any leftover green papaya you have on hand.


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