Thai Papaya Salad (Som Tum)
Brendan Pang
A vibrant Thai papaya salad that’s crunchy, salty, sweet, sour, and spicy—all the best flavors in one bite. Inspired by the street food of Bangkok.
Thai Papaya Salad (Som Tum)
Brendan PangA vibrant Thai papaya salad that’s crunchy, salty, sweet, sour, and spicy—all the best flavors in one bite. Inspired by the street food of Bangkok.
Chef's Tips
Soak the papaya in ice water to enhance its crunch.
Lightly bruise the long beans to release more flavor.
Adjust chilli quantity for preferred spice level.
Tools Used
Mixing Bowl
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Ingredients
Salad
Dressing
Instructions
Prepare the Papaya
- 1
Peel, deseed, and julienne the green papaya.
- 2
Soak julienned papaya in ice water for 10–15 minutes to enhance crunch, then drain well.
Make the Dressing
- 1
Dissolve coconut sugar in hot water.
- 2
Stir in lime juice, tamarind paste, fish sauce, garlic, and chillies until well combined.
Assemble the Salad
- 1
Lightly bruise long beans using a rolling pin or similar object.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, add long beans and halved cherry tomatoes, gently crushing the tomatoes.
- 3
Add drained papaya, dried shrimp, half the chopped peanuts, and the dressing.
- 4
Toss thoroughly until well coated.
- 5
Transfer to a serving plate, top with remaining peanuts, and serve with a lime wedge.
Comments & Reviews
Nellie
5/13/2024
My most favourite food if I was to die tomorrow before I die this would be my last meal
Lu Tamayo
5/14/2024
Fave fave dish. Could have every day
FoodTaliban
5/13/2024
Nice, only one ingredients is missing, pla ra🥰
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 plate
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
