Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 oz

palm sugar

0.25 cup

fish sauce

0.25 cup

lime juice

1 tbsp

tamarind paste

2 tbsp

dried shrimp

2 cloves

garlic

peeled

0.25 cup

roasted peanuts

roughly chopped

9 oz

cherry tomatoes

halved

2 unit

Thai chilies

chopped

1 unit

green papaya

peeled, finely shredded

3.5 oz

green beans

cut into 3/4 inch pieces

1 unit

steamed white rice

1 unit

cucumber spears

Step 1
~2 min

Whisk together palm sugar, fish sauce, lime juice, and tamarind paste to make the dressing.

Step 2
~2 min

Set the dressing aside.

Step 3
~2 min

Combine dried shrimp and peeled garlic in a large mortar with a pinch of salt.

Step 4
~2 min

Crush the shrimp and garlic with a pestle to form a paste.

Step 5
~2 min

Add roasted peanuts to the paste and roughly crush them.

Step 6
~2 min

Add halved cherry tomatoes and chopped Thai chilies, pounding gently to bruise and combine.

Step 7
~2 min

Transfer the mixture to a large bowl.

Step 8
~2 min

Add the peeled and finely shredded green papaya, cut green beans, and the dressing to the bowl.

Step 9
~2 min

Toss well to combine all ingredients.

Step 10
~2 min

Serve immediately with steamed white rice and cucumber spears.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chilies to your preferred spice level.

For a milder flavor, soak the dried shrimp in warm water for 10 minutes before using.

Serve immediately for the best texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

The dressing can be made ahead, but the salad is best served fresh.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with sticky rice.

Pairs well with grilled chicken or fish.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled Chicken
Sticky Rice

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Thailand

Cultural Significance

Common street food and restaurant dish in Thailand.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Songkran (Thai New Year)

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Dinner
Party
Summer
Casual

Popularity Score

75/100

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