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Tasty Apprentice
Hello, food lovers! Today, we're excited to share a vibrant Thai salad recipe – Yum Tua Plu. This refreshing dish features winged bean salad tossed in a tangy and spicy dressing, creating a burst of flavors that will awaken your taste buds. Perfect for those who enjoy healthy and flavorful meals. Let’s dive into this delightful recipe!
Ingredients:
For the Salad:
- 2 cups winged beans (tua plu), trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup boiled shrimp, peeled and deveined (optional)
- 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro leaves, chopped
- 1/4 cup shallots, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup Thai basil leaves, chopped
- 1/4 cup mint leaves, chopped
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:
- Prepare the Winged Beans:
- Bring a pot of water to a boil. Blanch the winged beans for 1-2 minutes until they are crisp-tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
- Make 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.
- Assemble the Salad:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine blanched winged beans, halved cherry tomatoes, boiled shrimp (if using), chopped roasted peanuts, cilantro leaves, sliced shallots, Thai basil leaves, and mint leaves.
- Add the Dressing:
- Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture. Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly with the dressing.
- Serve:
- Transfer Yum Tua Plu to a serving platter or individual plates.
- Garnish with extra herbs and peanuts.
Serving Suggestion:
- Enjoy Yum Tua Plu as a refreshing appetizer or side dish. The combination of textures and flavors will surely brighten up your dining experience!
