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Asian Cabbage Slaw

With just 3 tablespoons of sesame oil instead of mayonnaise, this Asian cabbage slaw recipe is a much healthier take on coleslaw.

Asian Cabbage Slaw

Asian Cabbage Slaw

Photo Credit: Michael Piazza

With just 3 tablespoons of sesame oil instead of mayonnaise, this Asian cabbage slaw recipe is a much healthier take on coleslaw. Scallions, rice vinegar, and sesame seeds give it an Asian accent, while cucumber lends a cooling note.

Ingredients

1/2 large (or 1 whole small) Napa cabbage, washed and cut into thin strips across the leaf
1 large (or 2 small) cucumbers, washed, peeled (optional), and cut into thin matchsticks
1 carrot, peeled and shredded
4 scallions, sliced thinly crosswise
Asian Cabbage Slaw Dressing (see accompanying recipe)

Instructions

Mix all vegetables in a large bowl. Toss with dressing (recipe below), and set aside to wilt at least a half-hour before serving.

Asian Cabbage Slaw Dressing:

Ingredients

1/2 cup brown rice vinegar
3 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
1/4 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar

Instructions

In a medium-size bowl, whisk all ingredients together. Yield: about 3/4 cup dressing

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