Green Papaya Salad Recipe

Green Papaya Salad Recipe

(Vietnamese Papaya Salad)

1 large ripe tomato, cut into wedges

1 green papaya (500g) coarsely grated to yield 3 cups

1 small carrot, coarsely grated to yield 1 cup

2 tablespoons chopped mint leaves

Sprigs of mint leaves, to garnish

Dressing:

3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime (calamansi) juice
3 tablespoons fish sauce

1 tablespoon sugar

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 finger-length chili, deseeded and sliced

2 tablespoons sesame seeds, dry-roasted for about 10 minutes over

  low heat until browned

Method:

Combine the dressing ingredients in a large bowl and mix until the sugar is dissolved, then add all the other ingredients (except sprigs of mint leaves) and toss well to combine.  Transfer to a serving platter, garnish with the mint leaves and serve immediately.