Som Tam (Green Papaya Salad)

Experience the vibrant flavors of Thailand with Som Tam, a refreshing and spicy Green Papaya Salad that's a true culinary gem. This quick, no-cook recipe combines crisp shredded green papaya and carrot with juicy tomatoes, crunchy roasted peanuts, and the irresistible umami of dried shrimp. Pounded garlic and fiery bird's eye chilies are expertly balanced with a tangy lime juice dressing, a touch of savory fish sauce, and the caramelly sweetness of palm sugar. Light yet boldly flavorful, this salad is perfect as a side dish or a light appetizer. Serve it with fresh cabbage leaves for a delightful crunch and a cooling contrast to its zesty heat. Ready in just 20 minutes, Som Tam is your go-to recipe for a taste of authentic Thai street food at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium, shredded Green papaya
• 2 large Garlic cloves
• 2 small Bird's eye chili peppers
• 2 medium, chopped Tomatoes
• 50 grams, cut into 1-inch pieces Long beans
• 2 tablespoons Roasted peanuts
• 1 tablespoon Dried shrimp
• 1 tablespoon Palm sugar
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1.5 tablespoons Fish sauce
• 1 medium, shredded Carrot
• 4 small, for serving Cabbage leaves

Directions

Step 1

Peel and shred the green papaya using a julienne peeler or a box grater. Place the shredded papaya in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

In a mortar and pestle, pound the garlic and bird's eye chili peppers until crushed and aromatic.

Step 3

Add the palm sugar to the mortar and continue pounding until dissolved.

Step 4

Add the dried shrimp and long beans to the mortar. Gently bruise them with the pestle to release their flavors.

Step 5

Transfer the contents of the mortar into the mixing bowl with the shredded papaya.

Step 6

Add the chopped tomatoes, shredded carrot, and roasted peanuts to the bowl.

Step 7

Pour the lime juice and fish sauce over the salad and toss everything together with your hands or a pair of tongs until well combined.

Step 8

Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if necessary with extra lime juice, fish sauce, or palm sugar.

Step 9

Serve the som tam salad with cabbage leaves on the side to balance the spiciness. Enjoy immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1410g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	662.4

Total Fat 13.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 75mg	0%
Sodium 2345.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 124.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.1g	0%
Total Sugars 64.2g
Protein 29.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 422.4mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 3172.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 16.2%

Protein: 15.8%

Carbs: 67.9%