Some fun facts about Som Tam
Som tam, more than a Thai salad, carries a rich history and hidden secrets. Originating in Laos and loved in Thailand, this dish reveals a story of cultural exchange, local adaptations and even health benefits. From unknown varieties to its scientific benefits, som tam is a culinary journey waiting to be explored.
Food from Isaan – the Northeast of Thailand
The Isan cuisine from the Northeast of Thailand is less known, but it can be called special. Dishes from Isaan are often even sharper than other Thai dishes due to the addition of a lot of chili pepper. By using less chili pepper, it is also fine to eat for tourists.
A popular Thai street dish is Som Tam. Although it has blown over from the Isan, more and more city dwellers have also embraced the dish. Som Tam is a delicious spicy and fresh papaya salad.
Papaya salad – Som Tam (video)
A popular dish from the Isaan: Som Tam also tastes delicious during a summer day in the Netherlands. Som Tam is a delicious spicy and fresh papaya salad.
Som Tam with Tilapia (video)
This video is different than you would expect and therefore you should definitely watch it. It is about the preparation of Som Tam, but the videographer has made a kind of documentary of it. The images are beautiful.
