Som tum

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
Shimizu BWHT68A
4mediumsRed and green serrano
2largesCloves garlic -- skinned
1Pieces -- half
2tablespoonsSmall dried shrimps --
Leaves
cupGreen papaya -- shredded
(or to taste)
1cupGreen or string beans --
Cut
6Cherry tomatoes -- cut each
In
2teaspoonsGround peanuts (opt)
Cabbage and Iceberg lettuce
5tablespoonsLime juice
3tablespoonsSugar
3tablespoonsFish sauce (Nam Pla)
4tablespoonsDried shrimps -- finely
Ground
FOR DRESSING-----

Directions

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(Thai Green Papaya Salad) Combine the dressing ingredients in a small bowl and set aside. Using a mortar and pestle, pound chilies and garlic to a coarse texture. Add papaya, green beans, tomatoes and pound 1-2 minutes longer, mixing with a spoon while pounding. Add dried shrimps, peanuts, dressing and mix well. Serve immediately with cabbage and lettuce leaves. Goes well with Thai style BBQ chicken and steamed sticky rice. Makes about 4-½ cups of salad, about 4 servings.

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