Crispy Papaya Salad with Peanuts
Vietnamese green papaya slaw with a bright lime-fish sauce dressing, crushed peanuts, and crispy fried shallots. Fresh, crunchy, and on the table in 15 minutes.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 240
- Protein
- 8g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Using a vegetable peeler or julienne tool, shred the papaya into thin matchsticks. Place in a large bowl.
Step 2
In a small bowl, whisk lime juice, fish sauce, and 1 tbsp water until combined. Taste and adjust.
Step 3
Pour dressing over papaya, toss gently until coated, about 30 seconds.
Step 4
Divide salad between two bowls. Top each with crushed peanuts, fried shallots, and fresh herbs.
Step 5
Serve immediately while shallots are crispy.
Tools you’ll need
- cutting board
- vegetable peeler or julienne peeler
- large bowl
- small bowl
- whisk
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