Asian Peanut Slaw Recipe (2024)

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Easy Asian peanut slaw with red and green cabbage, shredded carrot tossed in a luscious sesame, peanut dressing with a touch of ginger and lime.

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A riff on our famous peanut noodles this vegan Asian peanut slaw is my favorite thing to make on a hot day. It’s perfect as a side dish or tossed with cold soba noodles, peanut tofu and a bunch of herbs, which is exactly what happened to it a couple of times this week. And If you feel like chopping up a bunch of crunchy veggies by all means toss them in there.

Peanut Slaw Dressing

  • It’s raw and lusciously creamy, the perfect mix of tanginess from limes, sweetness from maple syrup and spice from freshly grated ginger root. You can make it as hot as you like with a few drops of your favorite hot sauce. The crazy mango hot sauce is my favorite but it truly is “crazy hot” just like they say. I also love adding some sesame seeds into the mix or hemp hearts, whatever you fancy is fine.
  • This dressing is also lovely tossed with a store bought bag of broccoli slaw if you happen to have that in your fridge right now. I had cabbage and carrots but a green apple cut into sticks makes a great addition as well. You should also try my tangy green apple coleslaw from last year with apple cider vinegar dressing.
  • Because peanut butter is so rich there is absolutely no need to add oils to this recipe, so you have a whole food plant based compliant and Plantricious recipe. Really awesome stuff!
  • It’s also gluten and dairy-free, vegan and good for you.

Slaw Ingredients:

Thinly shredded purple & green cabbage

Shredded carrots

Scallions & Fresh Cilantro

Peanut butter dressing.

How to shred your cabbage and carrots:

I used a mandolin to shred the cabbage and a julienne peeler to make ribbons out of my carrot. Alternatively you can use your food processor with the shredding attachment or just go for a pre-shredded store bought vegetable mix.

Slaw FAQ:

  • Can I make the slaw in advance ? Yes, you can slice all your ingredients and prepare the dressing but ideally DO NOT toss the slaw until ready to serve so it is perfectly crunchy.
  • Can I substitute the peanut butter with anything ? Sure, feel free to use almond butter instead, everything else will completely change the flavor of the dish.
  • Can I use shredded Brussels sprouts instead of cabbage ? Absolutely, Brussels sprouts make a great replacement for cabbage in most recipes.

P.S. As always please report back if you make this recipe, snap a photo and tag me with #VeggieSociety on Instagram, it always makes my day ~ Florentina Xo’s

Asian Peanut Slaw Recipe (8)

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Asian Peanut Slaw

Easy Asian peanut slaw with red and green cabbage, shredded carrot tossed in a luscious sesame, peanut dressing with a touch of ginger and lime.

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Prep Time:15 minutes mins

Total Time:15 minutes mins

Ingredients

Peanut Dressing:

Instructions

Make the Peanut Dressing:

  • In a mixing bowl whisk together the peanut butter, lime juice, coconut milk, soy sauce, maple syrup, ginger, pepper flakes and sesame seeds. Whisk together until a smooth and creamy consistency is achieved.

Make the Slaw:

  • Add the shredded cabbage, carrot and scallions to large mixing bowl and set aside.

  • Pour the dressing over the top of the veggies. Toss to coat well, adjust seasonings to taste and serve promptly or store in refrigerator until ready to serve.

  • Optional: Garnish with fresh cilantro, black sesame seeds or salted chopped peanuts for some crunch.

Notes

  • I used a mandolin to shred the cabbage and a julienne peeler to make ribbons out of my carrot. Alternatively you can use your food processor with the shredding attachment or just go for a pre-shredded store bought vegetable mix.
  • You can slice all your ingredients and prepare the dressing but DO NOT toss the slaw until ready to serve so it is perfectly crunchy.
  • Brussels sprouts make a great replacement for cabbage in most recipes so feel free to use them here.

Nutrition

Calories: 134kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 327mg | Potassium: 329mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 2302IU | Vitamin C: 40mg | Calcium: 73mg | Iron: 1mg

Course: Salad

Cuisine: Asian

Keyword: peanut slaw, plant based, vegan,, wfpb

Servings: 6 people

Calories: 134kcal

Author: Florentina

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FAQs

What's the difference between coleslaw and slaw? ›

The real difference is that the raw, chopped vegetables in coleslaw are primarily cabbage: Napa, red, savoy, or bok choy. Slaw without the cole can feature any crunchy veggie in place of cabbage, including chopped or shredded broccoli, carrots, snow peas, jicama, and more.

What is Cole Slaw made of? ›

The only consistent ingredient in coleslaw is raw cabbage, while other ingredients and dressings vary widely. Some popular variations include adding red cabbage, pepper, shredded carrots, onions, grated cheese, pineapple, pears, or apples, and using salad dressings like mayonnaise or cream.

How to make coleslaw dressing Martha Stewart? ›

Directions. Whisk together mustard, vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, salt, mayonnaise, and sour cream in a small bowl. Refrigerate dressing, covered, until ready to use, or up to 2 days.

Why is coleslaw now called slaw? ›

Whatever the reason for the formation, people familiar with the food item began tinkering with its name. For instance, the Latin-based cole was substituted for cold and the spelling variant slaugh was used with cold or cole. The name was also chopped to slaw or slaugh.

Why did KFC stop selling coleslaw? ›

The fast food chain was forced to stop selling its coleslaw tubs when a supply issue meant the slaw would have to be served up without the dressing. “We are currently experiencing a supply issue with our KFC coleslaw dressing,” a KFC spokesperson said. The slaw is made up of cabbage and carrots coated in mayonnaise.

Is coleslaw healthy or unhealthy Why? ›

Improves Gut Health

Coleslaw salad is rich in fiber because of the presence of raw cabbage. The RDA of fiber for an adult is 30g per day. It can become challenging to consume this much amount of fiber per day. However, 120 g portion of cabbage is sufficient to meet 10% of daily fiber needs.

What is KFC coleslaw made of? ›

KFC coleslaw has a sweet and tangy taste with a creamy texture. The coleslaw is made with shredded cabbage, carrots, and onions, and is dressed with a sweet and tangy dressing that includes vinegar, sugar, and a blend of spices.

What race invented coleslaw? ›

The roots of coleslaw recipes make their way back to ancient Rome. Roman citizens would often eat a meal featuring cabbage, eggs, vinegar, and other spices. On the other side of the globe, the Dutch founders of New York served a shredded cabbage salad. This is similar to today's 'slaw.

Which country invented coleslaw? ›

Coleslaw is one of those all-American dishes that was, of course, invented somewhere else--in this case, Britain or Holland or Germany, depending on whom you ask, gets the credit. Some books insist the dish was served first in ancient Rome.

What is in Mary Brown's coleslaw? ›

If you're in the mood for something creamy, sweet, and tangy, coleslaw is an excellent option. Mary Brown's shreds fresh cabbage and carrots in house, and tops it with a creamy dressing.

What can I add to store bought coleslaw to make it taste better? ›

<br/><br/>Adding horse radish or onion or celery seeds or bacon bits or some other tasty flavors to make it your own is a really good idea.

Why does my homemade coleslaw taste bitter? ›

Once you settle on your variety of cabbage, always opt for the freshest heads possible. They should be firm, dense, and heavy with crisp, vibrant, tightly packed leaves. Older, overripe heads often have a more pungent smell and are more likely to taste bitter.

Why do you put salt on cabbage for coleslaw? ›

Salting the cabbage, carrot, and onion purges excess moisture that would otherwise turn the slaw into a soupy mess. Including sugar (another osmosis-inducing ingredient) balances the flavor. Limiting the purge to five minutes keeps the cabbage crunchy.

How to stop homemade coleslaw from going watery? ›

Salting the cabbage should be step one of any coleslaw recipe. With the shredded cabbage in a colander, mix in a tablespoon of salt per head of cabbage till it's evenly distributed. The salt will draw out excess water from cabbage while helping preserve the crispiness.

What does "slaw" mean? ›

Slaw is a cold salad commonly made from sliced or chopped raw vegetables, especially cabbage or carrots, mixed with a dressing made with mayonnaise or vinegar.

What's the difference between kale slaw and coleslaw? ›

Coleslaw always includes cabbage as the primary vegetable, while slaw can be made with various vegetables such as carrots, broccoli, kale, or Brussels sprouts.

What is a coleslaw slang? ›

In a bizarre new trend sweeping online forums and apps, cheaters have taken to calling their affair partners 'coleslaw' because they are a 'side dish'. While most people are familiar with the terms 'ghosting' and 'love bombing', the little-known new term has left many in the dark.

What's the difference between white slaw and red slaw? ›

Red slaw is different from traditional coleslaw in that it does not use mayonnaise as an ingredient, allowing it to be stored for longer periods without refrigeration and making it more suitable for outdoor serving. It is made with green cabbage, vinegar, water and ketchup, and a variety of spices and seasoning.

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