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20-Min Som Tam Bowl with Crispy Pork

Tangy, spicy papaya salad tossed with fermented fish, crab, and roasted peanuts, served with grilled pork neck, fried pork intestines, sticky rice, and a punchy tom yum broth. Pure Thai street food energy in one bowl.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
320
Protein
28g
20-Min Som Tam Bowl with Crispy Pork
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    In a large bowl, add shredded papaya, crab meat, fermented fish paste, and sliced chilies.

  2. Step 2

    Squeeze lime juice over everything and toss vigorously for 60 seconds until papaya softens and releases liquid.

  3. Step 3

    Scatter crushed peanuts over the top and fold gently to combine without breaking them.

  4. Step 4

    Divide the som tam between two bowls and top each with sliced grilled pork neck.

  5. Step 5

    Serve with sticky rice, tom yum broth, deep-fried pork intestines, and fresh vegetables on the side.

Tools you’ll need

  • large mixing bowl
  • chef's knife
  • cutting board
  • serving bowls (2)

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