Spicy Asian Cabbage and Cucumber Salad
A refreshing and spicy Asian-style cabbage and cucumber salad packed with crunchy peanuts, fresh herbs, and a flavorful vinegar-soy dressing.
This Spicy Asian Cabbage and Cucumber Salad is a vibrant, crunchy, and flavor-packed dish that combines Chinese cabbage, cucumber, roasted peanuts, and fresh herbs with a bold dressing made from soy sauce, vinegar, and sesame oil. A quick pour of hot oil over chili flakes adds a delicious aroma and depth. Perfect as a side dish or a light main for warm days, it's also vegan and refreshingly tangy with a mild kick of heat.
Ingredients
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 180
- Total Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 650mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 12g
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 4g
- Protein: 4g
Directions
1. Soak the Cabbage
Soak the shredded cabbage in white vinegar for 10 minutes. Drain and allow it to dry completely.
2. Combine Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the dried cabbage, cucumber, chopped chili, garlic, and roasted peanuts.
3. Add Seasoning
Add chili flakes, sugar, salt, dark soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil to the bowl. Mix well to combine.
4. Add Hot Oil
Heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil until hot but not smoking. Carefully pour the hot oil over the chili flakes in the bowl to release aroma and flavor.
5. Mix and Garnish
Mix everything thoroughly until evenly coated. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro.
6. Serve
Serve immediately or refrigerate for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
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