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Thai Green Mango Salad

A vibrant and refreshing salad featuring green mango, herbs, and peanuts, perfect for hot summer days and any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian, Thai
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 1 ½ tablespoons fish sauce Consider brands like Red Boat for a robust flavor.
  • 1 ½ tablespoons palm sugar For authentic sweetness, opt for organic palm sugar.
  • to taste tablespoons Thai chili flakes Adjust according to your heat preference.
Salad Ingredients
  • 1 piece green mango, firm and sour Seek a mango that’s bright green for freshness.
  • 3 pieces shallots, thinly sliced
  • 1 handful roasted peanuts Unsalted is best.
  • 1 handful crispy fried shallots Optional, but adds delicious crunch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, combine fish sauce, palm sugar, and Thai chili flakes. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
  2. Peel the green mango and rinse it under cold water. Cut the flesh into thin slices and place them into a large mixing bowl.
  3. Peel and thinly slice the shallots, then add them to the bowl with the mango.
  4. Add the roasted peanuts and the dressing to the mango and shallot mixture. Toss gently until everything is well-coated.
  5. Top your salad with the crispy fried shallots and serve immediately for the best texture.

Notes

For the freshest taste, enjoy the salad immediately. Prepare the dressing a day in advance for convenience. Be gentle when tossing to maintain the mango's crunch.