Papaya Salad: Recipe I (Somtum Thai) Non Vegetarian.
This is the most popular version of the Thai green papaya salad and is also called Somtum Thai. This is also the most basic form of the papaya salad made in Thailand and all the other variations are based on this recipe. The Thais love their somtum hot and spicy, but if you are trying your first attempt at this delicious Thai dish, go low on the chillies. For those of you who do not like the strong pungent smell of garlic, reduce the quantity of garlic when making the papaya salad.