Asian Nutty Slaw
This recipe, inspired by Hank Tobo’s Slaw, is from Justina Walls. It makes a perfect side salad, or topping for veggie burgers.
Salad Ingredients
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1 small head cabbage or 1 package cole slaw mix
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½ cup slivered almonds
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2 T sesame seeds
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1 package “top ramen” noodles (Justina says “ditch the spice packet”)
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6 to 8 diced green onions
Dressing Ingredients
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3 T. canola or other mild salad oil
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6 T. rice or white vinegar
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4 T. sugar
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1 tsp. salt & pepper or to taste
Brown the almonds and sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat stirring frequently so they don’t burn. Once browned, remove the nuts and seeds from the pan and let cool. Mix the shredded cabbage and green onions in a large bowl. When the nuts and sesame seeds are cool, add them to the slaw mix.
Mix the dressing ingredients together. Right before serving, break the ramen noodles apart over the salad. Shake or stir the dressing ingredients and pour on top of the salad. Toss well & serve.
Note: The spice packet for the ramen noodles is generally full of MSG and other things you do not want to eat. Justina suggests that you throw it out!