Papaya and Shrimp Salad

Som Tam

Preparation info
  • 6 to 8

    Servings
    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
The Original Thai Cookbook

By Jennifer Brennan

Published 1981

  • About

In Thailand, Som Tam is made with green (unripe) papaya, which is not available in America; but ripe, firm papaya makes a very attractive and flavorful alternative.

Ingredients

1 head leaf lettuce, washed and separated
½

Method

Arrange the lettuce leaves on a platter. In a bowl, combine the shredded cabbage with the papaya slices and tomatoes, reserving a few slices for garnish. Place this mixture on the platter and sprinkle with shrimp and peanuts. Decorate with the remaining tomato slices and chillies. Mix the lime juice, fish sauce, palm sugar and green onions together in a bowl until the sugar has dissolved. Pour