Som Tam Thai - salad dressing for papaya salad
Without additives
Gluten-free
Sustainably produced in Bavaria
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Yak Thai products offer the real taste of Thailand.
To make this possible, we use no additives or thickeners, nor do we sterilize our products at 130°C. Our products don't have to endure weeks of sea travel; we produce them fresh here in Bavaria.
IMPORTANT: Therefore, we ask you to keep the products in the refrigerator after opening. Please also cover the curry pastes with a little neutral oil (e.g., rapeseed or sunflower oil). You're probably familiar with this procedure from
Pesto.
Shipment
● Delivery in 2 to 4 working days via DHL
● 14 days return policy
● All prices include VAT
● 7 € shipping fee within Germany
Som Tam Thai sauce is the heart of the classic Thai dish Som Tam, a refreshing green papaya salad known for its perfect balance of sweet, sour, spicy, and salty flavors. This sauce combines the essence of Thai cuisine in a harmonious blend that is both traditional and versatile.
Som Tam Thai sauce is not only an essential component for the famous papaya salad but also a versatile ingredient that is excellent for marinades or as a dressing for other salads. With its crisp texture and complex flavors, it is a must-have for every lover of Thai cuisine.
TIP: Use kohlrabi and carrots instead of papaya. It tastes almost the same and is available regionally.
- Lemon juice: forms the base of the sauce and ensures the right consistency.
- Cane and coconut sugar: give the sauce its characteristic sweetness and a deep, caramelized aroma.
- Fish sauce: adds a distinctive salty note, typical of Thai cuisine.
- Tamarind juice: brings a fruity acidity that rounds off the taste.
Content: 250 ml
Did you know...
Som Tam was originally a Lao dish
Before it became known in Central and Southern Thailand, it originated in the Isaan region in the northeast, which is heavily influenced by Laos. Today, Som Tam is one of the most popular dishes in the entire country.
There are over 10 different Som Tam varieties
The most famous are:
- Som Tam Thai – sweeter, milder, without fermented fish
- Som Tam Lao / Som Tam Isaan – strong, salty, with Pla Ra
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Som Tam Pu – with raw, salted crab
👉 Each region claims that their version is the only authentic one.
Pounding is an art in itself
In Thailand, the typical preparation is called “Tam”: lightly pound and simultaneously mix ingredients.
👉 Professionals can regulate the spiciness solely by the intensity of the pounding – without adding a single extra chili.
Som Tam is one of the healthiest street foods in the world
The salad is low in calories, rich in vitamins, and naturally fermentation-friendly.
👉 One reason why Som Tam is often referred to as "Thai Superfood".
Sawadee at Yak Thai
Hello and welcome. I'm Chonticha – the founder of Yak-Thai. For as long as I can remember, I've loved working with food.
True to the motto “Thailand meets Bavaria,” I produce almost all of my specialties sustainably and locally, directly in Bavaria.
From me you will only get authentic Thai-tasting specialties - just try our products
Your Chonticha
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