Papaya Salad

Published August 15, 2000

Total Time
20 minutes
Rating
3(29)
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Marian Burros

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Ingredients

Yield:4 servings
  • 1 very large julienne green papaya

  • 2 slices lime, plus extra for garnish

  • 3 tablespoons ground roasted peanuts

  • 1 to 2 tablespoons ground dried shrimp

  • 1 large onion, very thinly sliced

  • 1 tablespoon garlic-flavored oil

  • ¼ cup lime juice

  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce (nam pla or nuoc mam)

  • ¼ to ½ teaspoon minced bird's-eye or other very hot green chili

  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

  • Cilantro leaves and whole green chilies for garnish for garnish

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Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)

18 grams carbs; 139 calories; 4 grams monosaturated fat; 2 grams polyunsaturated fat; 1 gram saturated fat; 7 grams fat; 3 grams fiber; 720 milligrams sodium; 4 grams protein; 11 grams sugar

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Soak papaya julienne in water to cover with 2 slices of lime for 15 minutes or longer. Drain.

  2. Step 2

    Combine with other ingredients and mix well. Arrange on plate. Garnish with cilantro leaves, lime slices and green chilies.

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Adapted from the Strand Hotel

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