Green Papaya Salad with Shrimp Recipe

Name: Green Papaya Salad with Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Salt and black pepper; 12 large shrimp, peeled; 4 cups peeled, seeded, and shredded green papaya, Granny Smith apple, jicama, or a combination; 2 cups mung bean sprouts; 1 cup roughly chopped fresh cilantro leaves; 1/2 cup roughly chopped fresh mint leaves; 1/2 cup chopped scallion; 1 teaspoon Vietnamese chili-garlic paste, or to taste; Juice of 2 limes; 1/4 cup nam pla or nuoc mam; 1 tablespoon brown or palm sugar; 1/2 cup finely chopped dry-roasted peanuts

Servings: persons

Salt and black pepper
12 large shrimp, peeled
4 cups peeled, seeded, and shredded green papaya, Granny Smith apple, jicama, or a combination
2 cups mung bean sprouts
1 cup roughly chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 cup roughly chopped fresh mint leaves
1/2 cup chopped scallion
1 teaspoon Vietnamese chili-garlic paste, or to taste
Juice of 2 limes
1/4 cup nam pla or nuoc mam
1 tablespoon brown or palm sugar
1/2 cup finely chopped dry-roasted peanuts

1
Salt the shrimp, then grill or broil it until just cooked, or put it in a saucepan with salted water to cover, bring the water to a boil, then turn off the heat and let the shrimp sit in the water until cool.
2
When cool, slice the shrimp in half lengthwise, as if you were butterflying it.
3
Meanwhile, toss the papaya, sprouts, herbs, and scallion together in a large bowl.
4
Whisk together the chili-garlic paste, lime juice, nam pla, and sugar, along with a little salt and a lot of pepper; taste and adjust the seasoning.
5
Toss the dressing with the papaya-herb mixture, then top with the shrimp and peanuts.
6
Toss again at the table and serve.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Salt and black pepper, 12 large shrimp, peeled, 4 cups peeled, seeded, and shredded green papaya, Granny Smith apple, jicama, or a combination, 2 cups mung bean sprouts, and more.

Yes, Green Papaya Salad with Shrimp falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Green Papaya Salad with Shrimp

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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