Description

Experience an explosion of flavor and texture with this Sesame-Powered Crunch Slaw. Featuring crisp, fresh vegetables, a zesty sesame-rice vinegar dressing, and a delightful mix of crunchy toppings, this slaw is the perfect accompaniment to any meal. Easy to make and incredibly satisfying!

Ingredients

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1 head green cabbage, thinly sliced
1/2 head red cabbage, thinly sliced
2 carrots, julienned or shredded
1/2 cup chopped green onions (scallions)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup chopped roasted almonds or cashews
1/4 cup crispy fried onions or chow mein noodles
Optional: 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds
For the Dressing:
1/4 cup sesame oil
1/4 cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari)
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 clove minced garlic

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Vegetables: Thinly slice the green and red cabbages, removing the core. Julienne or shred the carrots. Chop the green onions (white and green parts) and fresh cilantro. Roughly chop roasted nuts if using whole.
2. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey (or maple syrup), grated ginger, and minced garlic until well combined and emulsified. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
3. Assemble the Slaw: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cabbage, julienned carrots, chopped green onions, and chopped cilantro.
4. Dress and Toss: Pour about half of the dressing over the vegetable mixture. Gently toss to evenly coat all ingredients. Add more dressing as needed, but avoid over-dressing.
5. Add the Crunch: Just before serving, add the chopped nuts, crispy fried onions (or chow mein noodles), and optional toasted sesame seeds. Gently toss again to distribute.
6. Serve: Serve immediately to enjoy the optimal crunch and freshness.

Notes

Store leftover slaw (without crispy toppings) in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Add crispy toppings just before serving. This slaw is served cold and does not require reheating.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1.5 cups
Calories: 250
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 450mg
Fat: 15g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 5g