This slaw really is amazing. The flavors are so bright and refreshing.
As Springs kicks in full-time, and Summer is just around the corner, be sure to put this in your line-up for perfect salads for BBQs, parties, and get-togethers. It’s also amazing served next to Asian Braised Short Ribs!
HOW TO MAKE ASIAN SLAW AT HOME
The preparation of this slaw is really quite simple, and so much of it can be done in advance.
The ingredients are loaded with flavor and nutrients.
Get them all prepped before assembly.
CHOOSING THE RIGHT CABBAGE
Choosing the right cabbage for Asian Slaw may seem daunting, but just go with what’s available at your market.
We love going with Napa Cabbage and a beautiful Red Cabbage (even though it’s more purple in appearance.
The dressing has a wonderful peanut flavor to it, that is perfect.
And another great thing is that the dressing can be made up to several days in advance.
Just let come back to room temperature (if making in advance) and then whisk to mix it all together again!
ASSEMBLING THE SLAW
You can easily make the dressing up to 2 days ahead of serving.
Cut the veggies up and keep in large air-tight containers. Within an hour of serving, place the veggies in a bowl, and then dress, tossing well.
Keep in a cool place until ready to serve. Give it one more toss, and you’re set!
Ready to make the best slaw in town? Go for it!
And when you do, be sure to take a picture of it, post it on Instagram, and tag@howtofeedaloon and use the hashtag #howtofeedaloon!
Amazing Asian Slaw
Ingredients
FOR THE DRESSING
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tbsp ginger fresh, peeled and minced
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 5 tbsp peanut butter creamy
- 6 tbsp olive oil
FOR THE SLAW
- 2 cups red cabbage thinly sliced
- 5 cups green cabbage thinly sliced
- 2 large carrots peeled and cut into matchsticks
- 1 red bell pepper seeded, cut into matchsticks
- 1 yellow bell pepper seeded, cut into matchsticks
- ½ cup cilantro fresh, chopped, optional
- 8 green onions thinly sliced, green and white parts
- 6 tbsp rice vinegar
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients (can be made and refrigerated up to 2 days before using)
- If the dressing has been in the fridge: Let dressing stand for at least 30 minutes at room temp before tossing with the slaw.
- In a large bowl, combine the slaw ingredients.
- Add dressing and toss to coat well.
- Season with salt and pepper (a good pinch of each).
Nutrition
Just made this delish salad today, my family and friends loved it!
The dressing is especially nice that it’s not too sweet, just right
I paired this with coconut jasmine rice and your Braised Short Rib recipe and OH MY!
Thanks so much!
Hi Deborah! Wow! Now that’s a meal to remember! We are so so happy you had such great success with the slaw and the rest of the amazing meal. Thank you so much for sharing and for the awesome review. That means the world to us!! Kris & Wesley
Great recipes…easy to follow and make. Don’t stop!
Thank you so much, Larry!! No worries!! Many many more recipes on the way!!! Stay tuned and stay in touch. All the best, Kris & Wesley
Can the salad be made the day before as long as you don’t put the dressing on it?
Absolutely!!! Dress just before serving! Let us know if you make it and how it turns out!! Best, Kris & Wesley
the best
Hi Donna! You have no idea how much joy reading this gives us! We are thrilled you are enjoying our blog and so very grateful you took the time to let us know. That means the world to us. Stay in touch and we’ll keep pescatarian dishes on the schedule of upcoming recipes!! And we’ve got lots on the site already, so take a look around!! xoxo Kris & Wesley
I love love love your recipes my whole world has changed since I found your site. Instructions are easy to follow ingrediants easy to find and presto it all comes together like magic. Would love you to share some of your pescatarian dishes.