Easy Asian Slaw: A Crisp, Flavor-Packed Delight
A crunchy and flavorful Asian-inspired slaw perfect as a side dish or topping.
Ingredients
- 4 cups green cabbage finely shredded
- 2 cups red cabbage finely shredded
- 1 cup carrots julienned or shredded
- ½ cup red bell pepper thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons green onions finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped (optional)
- ¼ cup sliced almonds or chopped peanuts (optional)
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup for vegan)
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon sriracha or red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Wash and finely shred the cabbage, julienne the carrots, slice the bell pepper, and chop the green onions and cilantro. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
- In a dry pan over medium heat, toast the almonds, peanuts, or sesame seeds for 2–3 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, ginger, garlic, and sriracha. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the prepared vegetables and toss thoroughly to coat everything evenly.
- Allow the slaw to sit for at least 15–20 minutes so the flavors can meld.
- Sprinkle the toasted nuts and sesame seeds over the slaw before serving. Enjoy as a side dish, taco topping, or light meal.
Notes
Customize with your choice of nuts or seeds for added crunch!