Green Papaya Salad (Som Tam)

Green Papaya Salad (Som Tam)

🟡 Medium

Ingredients

1 medium green papaya, shredded
2 Thai bird chilies, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cherry tomatoes, halved
3 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 tablespoon palm sugar
3 tablespoons roasted peanuts, crushed
6-8 long beans, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons dried shrimp, optional

Instructions

1

In a large mortar, gently pound garlic and chilies together until fragrant.
2

Add long beans and tomatoes, lightly bruise to release flavors.
3

Add shredded green papaya and dried shrimp if using, toss gently.
4

Add lime juice, fish sauce, and palm sugar, mix well.
5

Transfer to a serving plate and top with crushed roasted peanuts.
6

Serve immediately while fresh and crisp.

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