Vietnamese Green Papaya Salad

A crunchy and tangy salad with green papaya, fish sauce, and herbs.

Ingredients

• 1 large shredded green papaya
• 1 julienned carrot
• 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
• 1/4 cup mint leaves
• 3 tbsp fish sauce
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 sliced chili pepper (optional)

Method

1. Shred papaya and carrot, combine in a bowl.
2. Mix fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, and chili for dressing.
3. Pour dressing over salad, toss gently.
4. Top with peanuts and mint leaves before serving.

Chef's tips

• Peel papaya carefully to avoid bitter skin.
• Adjust chili to suit your spice tolerance.