Naam Plaa Tord (Fish Sauce Salad) Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1/2 cup fish sauce
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/2 cup chopped red onions
- 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chopped cucumber
- 1/2 cup chopped carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped roasted peanuts

Special equipment needed:
- None

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, and chili flakes until sugar is dissolved.
2. In a large bowl, combine cilantro, mint, green onions, red onions, tomatoes, cucumber, and carrots.
3. Pour the fish sauce mixture over the vegetables and toss to combine.
4. Top with roasted peanuts and serve.


- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: None
Temperature:
- None
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Protein: 6g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- If fish sauce is not available, soy sauce can be used as a substitute.
- If chili flakes are not available, chopped fresh chili peppers can be used instead.

Variations:
- Add cooked shrimp or chicken to make it a more substantial meal.
- Use different vegetables, such as bell peppers or bean sprouts.
- Add rice noodles to make it a more filling dish.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to chop the vegetables into small, bite-sized pieces for easy eating.
- Adjust the amount of chili flakes to your desired level of spiciness.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Storage instructions:
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Reheating instructions:
- None

Presentation ideas:
- Serve in a large bowl or on individual plates.
- Garnish with additional chopped herbs or peanuts.

Garnishes:
- Additional chopped herbs or peanuts.

Pairings:
- Serve with steamed rice for a complete meal.

Suggested side dishes:
- None

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the fish sauce is too salty, add more lime juice and sugar to balance it out.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash all vegetables thoroughly before chopping.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator and discard after 2 days.

Food history:
- Naam Plaa Tord is a traditional Thai dish that is often served as a snack or appetizer.

Flavor profiles:
- Salty, sour, sweet, and spicy.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a light lunch or as an appetizer before a meal.

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Region: Thai

Taste: Tangy, Spicy, Salty, Sour, Umami