Yam Taeng (Spicy Cucumber Salad)

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 1
Spicy Yam Taeng Salad Recipe
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Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 cucumbers - peeled , seeded , and grated
3 tablespoons crushed dried shrimp
2/3 pound long beans , sliced thin and mashed
5 cherry tomatoes , halved
5 Thai chilies , sliced thin
1 tablespoon palm sugar
2 tablespoons fish sauce
juice of 1 lime , or more to taste
3 tablespoons roasted peanuts , chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
96
Sugar
4g
Fat
3g
Yam Taeng Salad, also known as Spicy Cucumber Salad, is a popular dish in Thailand that is easy to make and versatile. It can be served as a side dish or entrée, and the spiciness can be adjusted according to personal preferences. The combination of cucumber, long beans, cherry tomatoes, and Thai chilies provides a variety of textures and flavors that are both refreshing and satisfying.

Instructions

1.Start by grating the peeled and seeded cucumbers into a bowl.
2.Add sliced and mashed long beans, halved cherry tomatoes and sliced Thai chilies to the bowl.
3.In a separate cup, mix palm sugar, fish sauce, and lime juice to create sauce.
4.Add sauce to mixed vegetables and add crushed dried shrimp on top for garnish.
5.Serve salad chilled and enjoy!

PROS

Yam Taeng Salad has a refreshing and spicy taste, perfect for hot summer days.

Low in calories and high in fiber, this salad is great for weight management and healthy digestion.

CONS

Some people may find the salad too spicy for their liking.

Not suitable for people with strong seafood allergies due to dried shrimp seasoning.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Yam Taeng Salad has many health benefits due to its high fiber and vitamin C content from the vegetables.
The salad also contains fish sauce and dried shrimp, which are good sources of iodine, essential for thyroid health.
The spiciness from Thai chilies may also boost metabolism and help control appetite.

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