Som Tum
Som Tum is a spicy green papaya salad that combines a unique balance of sour, salty, sweet, and spicy flavors. It is a vibrant and refreshing dish widely enjoyed in Thailand and symbolizes the use of fresh, local ingredients and communal dining culture.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded
- 2-3
- 2 cloves
- 2 tablespoons
- 1 tablespoon
- 1 teaspoon
- 4 cherry tomatoes halved
- 2 tablespoons
- 1 tablespoon
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Thai
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Last updated 4/1/2026
Originating from the northeastern region of Thailand (Isan), Som Tum is influenced by Lao cuisine and traditionally prepared using a mortar and pestle to blend fresh ingredients, reflecting the rural culinary practices of the region.
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