Tam Mak Hoong

Tam Mak Hoong is a vibrant and zesty Thai green papaya salad that combines fresh, crunchy vegetables with a tangy dressing. This vegan side dish is perfect for complementing spicy meals or enjoying on its own as a refreshing snack.

Ingredients

• Green papaya - 200 grams, shredded
• Carrot - 50 grams, shredded
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Green beans - 50 grams, cut into 3 cm pieces
• Fresh lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Maple syrup - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Thai bird's eye chili - 1, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
• Peanuts - 30 grams, crushed
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green papaya, shredded carrot, halved cherry tomatoes, and cut green beans.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, soy sauce, maple syrup, minced garlic, and chopped chili to create the dressing.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
4. Allow the salad to marinate for 5 minutes for the flavors to meld.
5. Top the salad with crushed peanuts and chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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