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Crunchy Asian Cabbage Slaw with Addictive Sesame Dressing Recipe

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This Crunchy Asian Cabbage Slaw features a vibrant mix of green and red cabbage, carrots, and green onions tossed in a flavorful, addictive sesame dressing. The dressing combines toasted sesame oil, low sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, fresh garlic, ginger, and Dijon mustard for a perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and savory notes. Topped with toasted sesame seeds, this slaw is refreshing, crunchy, and perfect as a side dish or light snack served chilled or at room temperature.

Ingredients

Vegetables

  • 4 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups red cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced

Dressing

  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
  • 1½ tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon fresh grated garlic
  • 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together toasted sesame oil, low sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey or maple syrup, fresh grated garlic, fresh grated ginger, and Dijon mustard until smooth and well combined.
  2. Combine the vegetables: In a large bowl, add thinly sliced green cabbage, red cabbage, shredded carrots, and sliced green onions. Toss gently to mix evenly.
  3. Toss with dressing: Pour the prepared sesame dressing over the cabbage mixture. Toss thoroughly until all the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
  4. Let flavors meld: Allow the slaw to rest for 15 minutes so the flavors can meld together and the vegetables soften slightly while remaining crunchy.
  5. Add sesame seeds and serve: Sprinkle the sesame seeds on top of the slaw just before serving. Serve chilled or at room temperature and enjoy as a refreshing side dish or snack.

Notes

  • For a vegan option, use maple syrup instead of honey.
  • Adjust the amount of garlic and ginger according to your taste preference for more or less pungency.
  • Letting the slaw sit longer enhances the flavor but can soften the crunchiness; serve within 1 hour for best texture.
  • Dijon mustard is optional but adds a nice tang and helps emulsify the dressing.
  • Toast your own sesame seeds quickly in a dry pan to enhance their nutty flavor before sprinkling on top.

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