This Quick and Crunchy Slaw Adds Crunch To Your Summer BBQs
The summer picnic and outdoor barbecue season is in full swing and Patty Millay, of Owensboro, KY, has chopped and whipped up the perfect side dish for virtually every occasion. This Crunchy Asian Slaw could be served with virtually anything- burgers, steaks, BBQ chicken, seafood, and more.
From Patty:
During the summer months, I'll go for almost any recipe that is 20 minutes start to finish, and no cooking involved! This Crunchy Asian Slaw is a great side for burgers, bbq or delicious as a light lunch! There is zero dairy involved, so this is great for a cookout or potluck. Just hold the dressing and the crunchies until you're ready to serve!
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I hope this hits all the right notes at your house too!
CRUNCHY ASIAN SLAW
The Slaw:
1/2 medium head green cabbage, thinly shredded (roughly 4 cups)
1/4 medium head red cabbage, thinly shredded (2 cups)
2 large carrots, shredded (about 1 1/2 cups)
4-5 scallions, thinly sliced (green and white parts)
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds or cashews
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
Optional: 1/2 cup crunchy chow mien noodles
The Vinaigrette:
1/4 cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
1 tablespoon light vegetable oil
2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce
1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
1 clove garlic, minced
DIRECTIONS:
1) Prepare the vinaigrette. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, vegetable oil, tamari/soy sauce, maple syrup/honey, ginger, and garlic until well combined. Set aside.
2) In a large salad bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, shredded carrots, sliced scallions, and chopped cilantro (if using).
3) Just before serving, pour the vinaigrette over the cabbage mixture and toss well to coat. As Patty says, you just want to do a slight 'toss of the sauce.' You don't want the slaw coated and dripping in vinaigrette.
4) Add the toasted almonds/cashews, toasted sesame seeds, and crunchy chow mien noodles (if using). Toss gently one last time.
Serve immediately to keep it crunchy.
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