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Fresh Thai Mango Papaya Salad Recipe with Crispy Shallots and Lime

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A refreshing Thai salad combining crisp green mango and papaya with tangy lime dressing and crunchy fried shallots, perfect for a quick, vibrant summer dish.

Ingredients

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  • 1 firm green mango, peeled and julienned
  • 1 firm green papaya, peeled and shredded
  • 3–4 medium shallots, thinly sliced and fried crispy
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce (or soy sauce/tamari for vegetarian)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 minced garlic clove
  • 1–2 Thai bird’s eye chilies, finely sliced (optional)
  • 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil (for frying shallots)

Instructions

  1. Peel the green mango and green papaya. Julienne the mango into thin strips about 2-3 inches long and shred the papaya finely. Place both in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Thinly slice the shallots. Heat 1/2 cup vegetable oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Fry the shallots in batches, stirring frequently, until golden brown and crisp (about 3-4 minutes). Drain on paper towels and let cool.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together fresh lime juice, fish sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and sliced bird’s eye chilies (if using). Stir until sugar dissolves and adjust seasoning to taste.
  4. Pour the dressing over the mango and papaya mixture. Add half of the crispy shallots, chopped peanuts, and chopped cilantro. Toss gently but thoroughly to coat evenly.
  5. Transfer the salad to a serving dish. Sprinkle the remaining crispy shallots and peanuts on top. Serve immediately for best texture.

Notes

Prepare crispy shallots just before serving to maintain crunch. Use fresh lime juice for best flavor. Adjust sweetness gradually. Fry shallots in small batches over medium heat to avoid burning. Toss salad gently to keep fruit crisp. Store leftovers in airtight container up to 24 hours, keep crispy shallots separate.

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Keywords: Thai mango papaya salad, crispy shallots salad, lime dressing salad, tropical fruit salad, quick Thai salad, fresh summer salad

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