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A vibrant bowl of shredded green mango salad with shallots, herbs, and peanuts
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Thai Mango Salad (Yam Mamuang)

Prep Time20 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 185kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 medium green (unripe) mangoes, peeled and shredded into julienne strips
  • 1/2 cup shallots , thinly sliced lengthwise
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce (Nam Pla)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1.5 tablespoons palm sugar, finely grated
  • 2 bird 's eye chilies, finely minced
  • 3 tablespoons roasted peanuts, crushed
  • 1 tablespoon dried shrimp, finely chopped

Instructions

  • Peel the mangoes and use a julienne peeler or mandoline to shred the flesh into long, thin strips, discarding the pit.
  • In a stainless steel or glass mixing bowl, whisk together the fish sauce, lime juice, palm sugar, and minced chilies until the sugar has fully emulsified into the liquid.
  • In a large chilled mixing bowl, combine the shredded mango, sliced shallots, cilantro, and mint.
  • Incorporate the dressing into the mango mixture, tossing thoroughly with tongs to ensure uniform coating of the aromatics.
  • Transfer the salad to a serving vessel and garnish with crushed roasted peanuts and chopped dried shrimp. Serve immediately to maintain the crisp texture of the mango.