If I'm heading to a barbecue and am asked to take something, I always opt for easy, quick and low-maintenance when preparing them. This slaw takes on a slightly Japanese flavour with sesame oil, plenty of coriander, mung bean sprouts and spring onion. Adding raw garlic to the dressing gives it a real kick - just remember to dress it at your venue so it doesn't go soggy.
Salad
½ | Green cabbage (Main) |
3 | Carrots (Main) |
1 bunch | Coriander (Main) |
1 cup | Mung bean sprouts |
1 bunch | Spring onion, ends removed and finely sliced |
½ cup | Toasted peanuts, roughly chopped |
1 Tbsp | Sesame seeds, mixture of white and black if you have them (Main) |
1 Tbsp | Fried shallots, optional |
Dressing
1 | Lime, juiced |
2 Tbsp | Sesame oil |
1 Tbsp | Soy sauce |
1 clove | Garlic, crushed |
1 Tbsp | Chilli oil, or a decent pinch of chilli flakes |
1 Tbsp | Rice wine vinegar |
1 pinch | Salt |
Directions
- Whisk all ingredients for the dressing in a jug and taste and adjust as necessary. Set aside.
- Slice the cabbage using a knife or the slicer blade on your food processor. Grate the carrots.
- Add all ingredients into a bowl and gently toss to combine. When ready to serve, add dressing, and garnish with extra coriander and peanuts, and the fried shallots if using.