Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsRocio's Mexican KitchenPapaya Salad Recipe

Papaya Salad Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Spicy. Papaya salad with peanut, dried shrimp, green bean, and tomato in lime sauce.

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Ingredients

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Appetizers

Method

Appetizers

  1. 1

    Prepare the base

    In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded green papaya and green beans. Toss to distribute evenly.

  2. 2

    Add tomatoes and aromatics

    Add tomato wedges, minced garlic, and finely chopped Thai chilies to the bowl. Gently toss to mix.

  3. 3

    Make the dressing

    In a small bowl or mortar, whisk together lime juice, palm sugar, and fish sauce until the sugar dissolves. Stir in a pinch more salt if desired.

  4. 4

    Combine with dressing

    Pour dressing over the papaya-bean mixture. Add dried shrimp and crushed peanuts. Toss vigorously to coat evenly and bruise the papaya slightly to release flavor.

  5. 5

    Finish and serve

    Taste and adjust seasoning with more lime juice or fish sauce if needed. Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

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