Khao Yam Recipe

[Kath_]

Hey, foodies! Today, we're excited to share a vibrant and refreshing Thai dish – Khao Yam. This colorful salad features a medley of fresh herbs, vegetables, and fragrant rice, all tossed together with a tangy and aromatic dressing. Perfect for those who crave a healthy and delicious meal. Let's dive into this delightful recipe!

Ingredients:​

For the Salad:​

• 2 cups cooked jasmine rice, cooled
• 200g cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined (optional for a vegetarian version)
• 1 cup shredded coconut, toasted
• 1 cup bean sprouts
• 1 cup cucumber, julienned
• 1 cup carrots, julienned
• 1 cup Thai basil leaves
• 1 cup mint leaves
• 1 cup cilantro leaves
• 1/2 cup shallots, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
• 2 tablespoons dried shrimp, optional for added flavor

For the Dressing:​

• 3 tablespoons fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon palm sugar (or brown sugar)
• 2-3 Thai bird's eye chilies, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions:​

1. Prepare the Dressing:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together fish sauce, lime juice, palm sugar, Thai chilies, and minced garlic until the sugar is dissolved and all ingredients are well combined. Set aside.
2. Assemble the Salad:
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled jasmine rice, cooked shrimp (if using), shredded coconut, bean sprouts, julienned cucumber, carrots, Thai basil leaves, mint leaves, cilantro leaves, shallots, and chopped roasted peanuts. Toss gently to mix.
3. Add the Dressing:
   • Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture. Toss again until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
4. Serve:
   • Transfer the Khao Yam to a serving platter or individual plates.
   • Garnish with extra herbs, peanuts, and dried shrimp (if using).

Serving Suggestion:​

• Enjoy Khao Yam as a refreshing main dish or as a side to complement your favorite Thai meals. The combination of textures and flavors will surely brighten up your dining experience!

Indulge in the fresh and vibrant flavors of Khao Yam and bring a taste of Thailand to your table. Share your culinary creations with us in the comments below!

 

[Stark]

Hey, foodies! Today, we're excited to share a vibrant and refreshing Thai dish – Khao Yam. This colorful salad features a medley of fresh herbs, vegetables, and fragrant rice, all tossed together with a tangy and aromatic dressing. Perfect for those who crave a healthy and delicious meal. Let's dive into this delightful recipe!

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Ingredients:​

For the Salad:​

• 2 cups cooked jasmine rice, cooled
• 200g cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined (optional for a vegetarian version)
• 1 cup shredded coconut, toasted
• 1 cup bean sprouts
• 1 cup cucumber, julienned
• 1 cup carrots, julienned
• 1 cup Thai basil leaves
• 1 cup mint leaves
• 1 cup cilantro leaves
• 1/2 cup shallots, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
• 2 tablespoons dried shrimp, optional for added flavor

For the Dressing:​

• 3 tablespoons fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon palm sugar (or brown sugar)
• 2-3 Thai bird's eye chilies, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions:​

1. Prepare the Dressing:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together fish sauce, lime juice, palm sugar, Thai chilies, and minced garlic until the sugar is dissolved and all ingredients are well combined. Set aside.
2. Assemble the Salad:
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled jasmine rice, cooked shrimp (if using), shredded coconut, bean sprouts, julienned cucumber, carrots, Thai basil leaves, mint leaves, cilantro leaves, shallots, and chopped roasted peanuts. Toss gently to mix.
3. Add the Dressing:
   • Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture. Toss again until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
4. Serve:
   • Transfer the Khao Yam to a serving platter or individual plates.
   • Garnish with extra herbs, peanuts, and dried shrimp (if using).

Serving Suggestion:​

• Enjoy Khao Yam as a refreshing main dish or as a side to complement your favorite Thai meals. The combination of textures and flavors will surely brighten up your dining experience!

Indulge in the fresh and vibrant flavors of Khao Yam and bring a taste of Thailand to your table. Share your culinary creations with us in the comments below!

I've always wanted to try making Khao Yam at home! Thanks for sharing the recipe—I'll give it a go this weekend.

 

[ambers]

This looks amazing and so colorful! I love the variety of fresh herbs. Do you have any tips for someone who might be new to Thai chilies? They can be pretty spicy!