Gỏi Đu Đủ Tôm

Gỏi Đu Đủ Tôm is a refreshing Vietnamese green papaya salad that combines the crunch of fresh vegetables with the delicate flavor of shrimp. This Paleo dish offers a delicious balance of sweet, sour, and umami notes, making it a perfect light dinner option.

Ingredients

• Green papaya - 200 grams, shredded
• Shrimp - 150 grams, peeled and deveined
• Carrot - 50 grams, shredded
• Cilantro - 10 grams, chopped
• Mint - 10 grams, chopped
• Lime juice - 30 ml
• Fish sauce - 15 ml
• Coconut sugar - 1 teaspoon (5 grams)
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Chili pepper - 1 small, sliced (optional)
• Roasted peanuts - 20 grams, crushed (for garnish)

Steps

1. In a pot of boiling water, add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes or until they turn pink. Drain and let cool.
2. In a large bowl, combine the shredded green papaya, shredded carrot, chopped cilantro, and chopped mint.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together lime juice, fish sauce, coconut sugar, minced garlic, and sliced chili pepper (if using) until the sugar is dissolved.
4. Add the cooked shrimp to the vegetable mixture and then pour the dressing over the salad. Toss well to combine.
5. Serve the salad in bowls and top with crushed roasted peanuts for garnish.

Nutrition

• Calories: 200
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C from fresh vegetables.
• Low in calories and high in protein from shrimp, making it a great choice for weight management.

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