Jul 14 2026
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Thum Mak Hoong Recipe

Inspired by SouLao'd Kitchen
Time30m
Serves4

Papaya salad

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Ingredients

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Salad Base

Dressing

Garnishes

Method

Preparing the Salad Base

  1. 1

    Shred the Papaya and Carrot

    Using a grater or a julienne peeler, shred the green papaya and carrot into thin strips.

  2. 2

    Chop the Vegetables

    Cut the cherry tomatoes in half, trim the green beans into bite-sized pieces, and slice the cucumber into thin strips.

  3. 3

    Combine the Salad Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded papaya, carrot, cherry tomatoes, green beans, and cucumber. Toss gently to mix.

Making the Dressing

  1. 4

    Prepare the Dressing

    In a small bowl, mix the fish sauce, lime juice, and palm sugar until the sugar dissolves completely.

  2. 5

    Add Garlic and Chili

    Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the dressing mixture. If desired, finely chop the bird's eye chili and add to taste.

Assembling the Salad

  1. 6

    Combine Dressing with Salad

    Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss well to ensure all ingredients are coated.

  2. 7

    Garnish the Salad

    Chop the peanuts and sprinkle them over the salad along with fresh cilantro for added flavor.

  3. 8

    Serve

    Transfer the salad to a serving bowl and enjoy immediately or chill for a few minutes before serving.

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