Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBon TonSpicy Papaya Salad Recipe

Spicy Papaya Salad Recipe

Inspired by Bon Ton
Time30m
Serves4

Make Spicy Papaya Salad Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

Dressing Ingredients

Method

Salad Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Using a peeler, peel the green papaya and carrots. Then, using a mandoline or a grater, shred the green papaya and carrots into thin strips.

  2. 2

    Chop the Other Ingredients

    Halve the cherry tomatoes and slice the cucumber into thin rounds. Set all vegetables aside in a large mixing bowl.

  3. 3

    Add Fresh Herbs and Peanuts

    Tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces and add them to the bowl along with the chopped peanuts.

Dressing Preparation

  1. 4

    Mix the Dressing

    In a small bowl, combine lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, chili flakes, and minced garlic (finely chop the garlic cloves). Whisk together until the sugar is dissolved.

Assembly

  1. 5

    Combine Salad and Dressing

    Pour the dressing over the salad mixture in the large bowl. Toss everything together gently until the vegetables are well coated with the dressing.

  2. 6

    Serve

    Transfer the Spicy Papaya Salad to a serving platter or individual bowls. Enjoy immediately, garnished with extra peanuts if desired.

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