Ingredients:

  • 1 large head Green Cabbage, very thinly shredded
  • 1 cup Red Cabbage, very thinly shredded
  • 2 medium Carrots, julienned or coarsely grated
  • 1 large Red Bell Pepper, thinly sliced
  • 4 Scallions (Spring Onions), green and white parts, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Sliced Almonds, toasted
  • 1 cup Fried Chow Mein Noodles or Wonton Strips
  • 1/4 cup Unseasoned Rice Vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce (or Tamari for gluten-free)
  • 3 Tbsp Toasted Sesame Oil
  • 2 Tbsp Honey or Maple Syrup (liquid sweetener)
  • 1 Tbsp Fresh Ginger, finely grated
  • 1 small clove Garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Sriracha or finely ground chili flakes (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp Fine Sea Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper

Instructions:

  1. Shred the green and red cabbage as finely as possible. Julienne the carrots and thinly slice the red bell pepper and scallions. Place all prepared vegetables (cabbage, carrots, pepper, and scallions) into the largest mixing bowl you have.
  2. In a separate small bowl or a jar, combine all the dressing ingredients: rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey/maple syrup, grated ginger, minced garlic, Sriracha (if using), salt, and pepper. Whisk vigorously or shake the jar until the mixture is well-combined.
  3. Heat a small, dry frying pan over medium heat. Add the sliced almonds and toast, stirring constantly, for 3–5 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden brown. Remove from the pan immediately and set aside to cool completely.
  4. Pour three-quarters (3/4) of the prepared dressing over the shredded vegetables. Use tongs to thoroughly toss the slaw until every strand is lightly coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes to allow flavors to marry. Reserve the remaining dressing.
  5. Just before serving, add the cooled toasted almonds and half the fried chow mein noodles to the chilled slaw. Toss gently to integrate the crunch elements. If the slaw looks dry, drizzle the reserved dressing over the top and toss again. Garnish the top with the remaining fried chow mein noodles and serve immediately.