Spicy Sesame Coleslaw

I’ve to confess, I’m barely obsessive about this recipe. I created this because the coleslaw model of my Spicy Thai Pasta Salad, and it’s just about every thing I’ve ever needed in a coleslaw. It’s gentle, completely crunchy, and tremendous flavorful.

For extra tasty coleslaw recipes, strive our simple Classic Coleslaw.

Who says coleslaw needs to be boring? We discover that coleslaw is usually the facet that will get uncared for, particularly relating to fried rooster takeout. However this coleslaw isn’t any soggy, takeout facet! We’ve dressed this coleslaw up with a spicy sesame French dressing, recent cilantro and inexperienced onion, and honey-roasted peanuts for simply the precise crunch.

Ingredient Notes

• Toasted Sesame Oil: Ensure that to make use of toasted sesame oil for its distinct, intense taste.
• Crushed Purple Pepper Flakes: These add only a trace of warmth. Double it if you wish to convey extra warmth, or depart it out solely in case you aren’t into spicy.
• Rice Vinegar: use seasoned rice vinegar for added taste, or unseasoned for decrease energy. You may substitute apple cider vinegar or white wine vinegar, however the taste will probably be barely totally different.
• Soy Sauce:  Substitute with low-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos.
• Honey: Provides a contact of sweetness to the sauce. Substitute with maple syrup or agave nectar.
• Cabbage: Purple and inexperienced cabbage are used for shade and variation. Thinly slice.
• Shredded Carrots: For a candy, earthy style.
• Cilantro: This can be a staple taste, however in case you don’t love the flavour of cilantro then parsley is the go-to substitute.
• Inexperienced Onion: Provides a pop of shade and somewhat delicate onion chew.
• Honey Roasted Peanuts: We love the crunch of peanuts, however in case you don’t share that love or have allergy symptoms, you may depart them out or substitute with almonds or cashews.

Make Your Coleslaw Final Longer

Cabbage tends to launch water after it’s shredded, which may water down your dressing over time. Should you’re making coleslaw upfront or need to maintain leftovers crisp, this straightforward trick helps quite a bit.

Place your shredded cabbage in a colander and sprinkle it with 1 teaspoon of salt. Toss it gently and let it sit for 1 to 4 hours. The salt will draw out extra moisture. After it sweats, rinse the cabbage completely with chilly water and pat it fully dry with paper towels earlier than assembling your slaw. This step helps maintain the cabbage crunchy and your dressing from getting diluted.

Variations

Spice it Up: In search of somewhat extra warmth? Double the quantity of pink pepper flakes to 2 teaspoons, or you may simply add sliced (or diced) recent jalapeños.

Combine-Ins: Some nice additions (or substitutions) are cashews, almonds, sesame seeds, pumpkin seeds, and even sunflower seeds.

Garnish: Not a fan of cilantro or inexperienced onion? Be at liberty to substitute with recent parsley or mint.

Serving Recommendations

Coleslaw is a good complement to many dishes and this one will give issues spicy, Asian-inspired flavors. Listed here are a few of our go-to dishes that pair effectively with this tasty slaw!

Tacos: Make this recipe, after which use the leftovers to make fish tacos the following day. This coleslaw goes completely with fish tacos and even shrimp tacos!

Wraps: Add somewhat crunch and somewhat tang to a rooster wrap. Seize a tortilla, coleslaw, and a few chicken, and also you’re good to go—no want so as to add dressing!

Sandwiches: Prime your sandwiches, sliders, and even burgers with this tasty coleslaw. We particularly love a pulled pork sandwich with coleslaw. A traditional combo!