Green Papaya Salad (Thailand)

From the kitchen of Martin James – Copenhagen, Denmark

1 cup green cabbage, cubed
2 cups green papaya, grated
1/2 pound string beans, julienned
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 dried red chiles, chopped
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons lime juice
3 small tomatoes, cut into wedges
5 tablespoons peanuts, roasted and crushed
4 tablespoons cilantro leaves, chopped

Place green cabbage pieces on a large serving platter and arrange in layers the papaya and beans.

In a small bowl, mix together the garlic, chilies, sugar, soy sauce and lime juice.

Just before serving, pour the dressing over the salad and garnish with the tomatoes, peanuts and cilantro.

Serves 4.