Asian Slaw – Crunchy Oriental Cabbage Salad with Asian Dressing Recipe
This Asian Slaw is a vibrant and crunchy Oriental cabbage salad featuring shredded green and red cabbage, carrots, bean sprouts, herbs, and a tangy, flavorful Asian dressing made with rice vinegar, soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, peanut oil, and a touch of sugar. Garnished with crispy Asian fried shallots, this salad is perfect as a light lunch, side dish, or a refreshing accompaniment to grilled meats or seafood.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 3 cups green cabbage or Chinese cabbage, shredded
- 3 cups red cabbage, shredded
- 2 large carrots, julienned
- 3 cups bean sprouts
- 3 green onions, finely sliced on the diagonal
- 1/2 cup coriander (cilantro) leaves
- 1/2 cup mint leaves
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1/4 cup Asian fried shallots (optional, for garnish)
Dressing Ingredients
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tsp fish sauce (or more soy sauce as alternative)
- 2 tbsp lime juice (or more rice vinegar as alternative)
- 3 tbsp peanut oil
- 1 1/2 tbsp sugar (any type)
- 1/2 tsp bird’s eye chili, finely minced (optional)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: Combine the rice vinegar, soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, peanut oil, sugar, minced bird’s eye chili (if using), and minced garlic in a jar. Shake well until the sugar is dissolved and the dressing is thoroughly mixed.
- Mix the Salad Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the shredded green and red cabbage, julienned carrots, bean sprouts, sliced green onions, coriander leaves, and mint leaves. Toss gently to mix.
- Add the Dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients. Toss well to ensure all the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing and the flavors meld together.
- Add the Cooked Chicken: Fold in the shredded cooked chicken into the salad, ensuring an even distribution for added protein and texture.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the Asian fried shallots over the top of the salad as a garnish for an extra crunchy texture and to enhance the flavor. Serve immediately for the best crunch and freshness.
Notes
- For added crunch and flavor, Asian fried shallots are recommended but can be omitted if unavailable.
- Rice vinegar provides a mild tang; adjust lime juice and vinegar quantities to taste for acidity balance.
- If you prefer a vegetarian or vegan version, omit fish sauce and use extra soy sauce or tamari instead.
- Bird’s eye chili adds a spicy kick; adjust or omit based on your heat preference.
- Cooked chicken can be substituted with tofu or left out for a vegetarian option.
Keywords: Asian slaw, Oriental cabbage salad, crunchy salad, Asian dressing, healthy salad, easy salad recipe
