Asian Slaw Recipe
Spicy Asian Slaw Recipe with Basil is quick and easy to make and is packed with incredibly delicious, super fresh Asian flavors. This sweet and spicy coleslaw is an ideal side dish, especially at barbecues and picnics.
Servings: 4
Calories: 149kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
For the dressing
- 4 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 1½ teaspoons garlic, minced
- 1½ teaspoons chili paste
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger pulp
- 3 tablespoons neutral oil (vegetable, canola)
For the slaw
- 4 cups thinly sliced green cabbage (or combination or red and green) washed and dried
- 1½ cups thinly sliced red bell pepper washed and dried
- ½ cup thinly sliced red onion
- 2 cups loosely packed basil leaves, washed and dried, finely chopped
Instructions
For the dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar with the lemon juice, sugar, garlic, chili paste and ginger. Once it's blended, gradually whisk in the oil. Set aside.
For the slaw
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the cabbage, peppers, onion and basil.
Assembly
- Add the desired amount of dressing to the slaw, mix and serve.
Notes
Nutritional information is only is only an estimate.
Nutrition
Calories: 149kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 17mg | Potassium: 316mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 2455IU | Vitamin C: 102mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 1mg