The Perfect Summer Salad in 15 Minutes – Goi Xoai / Mango Salad
When it comes to summer salads, there are few dishes that are as refreshing and exciting as goi xoai, or Vietnamese mango salad. This is a traditional dish that delivers vibrant flavor in every bite. It is light and crisp, yet bold in a way that makes it truly unforgettable. While most of us are used to seeing mango in sweet treats and desserts, this salad takes a different route. It uses just unripened and firm mangoes to create a savory, tangy, and slightly sweet dish that hits all the right notes. If you’re feeling stuck in your usual salad routine, this one is the perfect way to shake things up.
I wish I could take credit for creating the very first mango salad, but if you’re unfamiliar with the depth of Vietnamese cuisine, this is actually a traditional salad. Now, in Vietnamese cooking, the word gỏi refers to a type of cold salad or slaw made with thinly sliced vegetables, fresh herbs, and a vibrant fish sauce-based dressing. These salads are designed to be refreshing and flavorful, often served as an appetizer or side dish to complement heavier main courses. Over time, cooks began experimenting with tropical fruits that were abundant and inexpensive, like mango and green papaya.
Green mangoes, in particular, became popular due to their tartness and firm texture. It holds up well when shredded and dressed, absorbing the flavors of the sauce without becoming mushy. This shift from sweet fruit to savory application reflects both the creativity and practicality of Vietnamese cuisine. What started as a way to utilize underripe fruit eventually became a staple that can now be found across Vietnam, from home kitchens to street food stalls.
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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:53 Prepping the mango, herbs and veggies
02:47 Making the fish sauce dressing
03:23 Putting it all together and plating
04:48 Mukbang outro
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5件のコメント
🎀 Fish sauce dressing mint leaves!
👩🏽🦱 Have to make this today!
👚👍🏾 Mango Salad —— Yes! L2
👖 Looks So Amazing, Awesome!
fantastic! Thanks so much….. heading out to pick some mint.
I live in Honduras, where tropical fruits grow locally. I have tried Thai Green Papaya Salad, now I want to try this Vietnamese Green Mago Salad. Too bad that neither of those fruits are in season locally, but when they are, I will be making both types of these fruit salads.
perfect summer salad❤❤
Em, I also like to Julian some beef jerky into the salad as well. Not much, just enough give a chewy bite.