Goi Du Du

Ingredients

• Thai chili (optional) (1, minced)
• Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
• Sugar (1 tablespoon)
• Fish sauce (2 tablespoons)
• Lime juice (2 tablespoons)
• Shrimp or chicken (optional) (1/2 cup, cooked and sliced)
• Roasted peanuts (1/2 cup, crushed)
• Fresh herbs (mint, cilantro, thai basil) (1 cup, chopped)
• Carrots (2 medium, julienned)
• Green papaya (1 medium, julienned)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the julienned green papaya, carrots, and fresh herbs.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, garlic, and Thai chili (if using) to make the dressing.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
4. Let the salad marinate for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
5. Sprinkle the crushed peanuts over the salad before serving.
6. If desired, add cooked and sliced shrimp or chicken for extra protein.
7. Serve the Goi Du Du chilled and enjoy!