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Green Papaya Boat Noodles
🇹🇭 Thai

Green Papaya Boat Noodles

🇹🇭 Thai

A steaming bowl of noodles in deeply savoured broth with green papaya — the ultimate thai comfort in a bowl. About 35 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 15 min Cook 20 min Serves 2 Medium

Ingredients

  • Saltto taste
  • Ginger4 slices
  • Thai Basilhandful
  • Fish Sauce2 tbsp
  • Rice Noodles250 g
  • Shallots3 cloves, smashed
  • Stock or Broth1.2 litres
  • Noodles200 g
  • Green Papaya1, shredded
  • Beef Broth1 litre
  • Star Anise2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Simmer the stock with the garlic and ginger for 15 minutes to build a fragrant base, then season with the fish sauce and salt.

  2. 2

    Cook the noodles separately so the broth stays clean, and divide them between deep bowls.

  3. 3

    Cook the green papaya gently in the simmering broth until just done, then lift out and slice or portion.

  4. 4

    Ladle the piping-hot broth over the noodles and arrange the green papaya on top.

  5. 5

    Finish with thai basil, spring onions and a wedge of lime on the side.

Chef's tip

Prep everything before the heat goes on — thai cooking moves fast once it starts.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Boat Noodles (MINI) - Hot Thai Kitchen! · on YouTube