Probably the second most popular dish in Thailand after Pad Thai is Som Tam or Papaya Salad. As mentioned in a previous post, it’s best enjoyed by those with a strong threshold for spice. It’s one of those salads you can never get enough of..as long as you like spice in your life!
Please note, it is best prepared with a mortar and pestle.
Below are the ingredients needed for about 2 servings:
- 3 cups of shredded green papaya
- 2 tbs. of lime juice
- Chili peppers (quantity depends on how spicy you want it!)
- 2 tbs. of palm sugar
- 1 garlic clove
- ½ cup of tomato
- 2 tbs. of fish sauce
- ¼ cup peanuts
- ½ cup of green beans
This video proves how simple it is to make Som Tam. Please comment on how your salad came out!
