Description
A vibrant and crunchy Asian Coleslaw featuring a creamy, tangy dressing made with mayo, rice vinegar, sweet chili sauce, and fresh ginger. Tossed with a colorful coleslaw mix, toasted almonds, and green onions, then garnished with crunchy chow mein noodles and sesame seeds for extra texture and flavor. Perfect as a refreshing side dish or a light, healthy snack.
Ingredients
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Dressing
- ½ cup mayonnaise (full fat or light)
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey (agave syrup can be used as a substitute)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (low sodium)
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Coleslaw
- 14-16 ounce bag of coleslaw mix
- 4 green onions (green parts thinly sliced)
- 1 cup almonds (coarsely chopped and toasted)
Garnish
- Chow Mein noodles
- Sesame seeds
- Extra toasted almonds
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, rice vinegar, sweet chili sauce, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil. Whisk everything together until the dressing is smooth and well blended.
- Toast the Almonds: Place the coarsely chopped almonds in a skillet over medium heat. Stir frequently to ensure even toasting and prevent burning. Cook until the almonds turn golden brown and fragrant, then transfer them to a plate to cool and halt the cooking process.
- Mix Coleslaw Ingredients: Add the coleslaw mix, sliced green onions, and toasted almonds to the bowl with the dressing in three batches, stirring after each addition to fully coat the vegetables and nuts with the dressing.
- Chill Before Serving: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the coleslaw for at least one hour. This allows the flavors to meld and the slaw to chill nicely.
- Garnish and Serve: Just before serving, sprinkle the coleslaw with crunchy chow mein noodles, sesame seeds, and additional toasted almonds for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- Toasting almonds enhances their flavor and adds a delightful crunch to the slaw.
- For a lighter version, use light mayonnaise or substitute with Greek yogurt.
- The coleslaw can be prepared a few hours ahead, making it a great dish for parties or potlucks.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of honey or sweet chili sauce to suit your taste.
- Add some shredded carrots or red bell pepper for extra color and nutrition if desired.
- For a gluten-free version, ensure the soy sauce used is gluten-free.
