Easy Lao Papaya Salad Recipe (Thum Mak Hoong)

Close-up of Lao papaya salad served in a bamboo woven dish. Mekong River, the bridge between Thailand (Mukdahan) and Laos.

Lao papaya salad recipe, also known as thum mak hoong, is the real deal, guys. It’s packed with the authentic flavors you’d find in Luang Prabang and Isan. Crunchy shreds of crisp papaya tossed in the best dressing ever with fermented fish sauce and chilies.

This authentic Lao salad recipe is funky, spicy, and so quick and easy!

It’s delicious on its own, but even better with Thai sticky rice and Thai fried chicken.

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