Asian Oriental Cabbage Salad Recipe

Craving a refreshing and flavorful Asian-inspired salad? This vibrant cabbage salad recipe, born from a culinary adventure on the Sea of Cortez, is a delightful alternative to tacos and burritos! Packed with crunchy cabbage, carrots, and a zesty sesame-ginger dressing, it's a quick and easy meal that's perfect for a light lunch or a satisfying side dish. Add shrimp or chicken for a protein boost and a complete meal!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 960.3 kcal
Protein 29g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Asian Oriental Cabbage Salad

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How to Make Asian Oriental Cabbage Salad

  1. In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage, red onion, shredded carrots, green onions, and celery.
  2. In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add slivered almonds and sesame seeds; sauté until golden brown, stirring frequently (about 3-5 minutes).
  3. Remove from heat. Stir in granulated sugar, sesame oil, vegetable oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and minced ginger. Let cool slightly.
  4. Pour dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to combine.
  5. Sprinkle crispy fried noodles on top (optional).
  6. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

41 g

Sugar

131g

Fat

83g

Carbs

19g

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