Tam Maak Hoong - Salad (Laos)
The traditional Lao version of the Southeast Asian green papaya salad, tam maak hoong combines all the local flavors in a spicy, delicious street food dish. The main ingredients for an authentic whole maak hoong are chopped green papaya, garlic, peanuts, paprika, tomatoes, lemon juice and padaek (fermented fish sauce).
The dish's flavor profile is known for balancing the four main flavors – spicy, sour, salty, and sweet. Tam maak hoong is prepared with a mortar and pestle and can be eaten on its own or served with grilled meat or crackers.
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