Thai · Starter · Served at The Inauguration (#1)
Som tum
Green papaya salad
Som tum is sour, hot, sweet, and salty all at once, and pounding the garlic, chilies, and dried shrimp in a mortar is what makes the dressing taste right.
Get every part ready in its own bowl and dress it at the last second. Green papaya goes limp fast once it's dressed.
Notes
- I use green beans in place of snake beans, and grape tomatoes.
- RecipeTin Eats' chili count is a starting point. Adjust it to your own tolerance.
- You can make the dressing, shred the papaya, and crush the peanuts a few hours ahead.
