Spicy Cabbage and Red Onion Slaw Recipe

J. Kenji López-Alt
Spicy Cabbage and Red Onion Slaw Recipe
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  • Yield:Serves 6 to 8
  • Active time:10 minutes
  • Total time:10 minutes

[Photograph: J. Kenji López-Alt]

A crunchy, spicy, tangy slaw with just a few ingredients. It's a perfect simple side dish for grilled meats, fish, or vegetables.

Why It Works

Sweet, hot, and crunchy. Read the Whole Story
  • A few simple ingredients bring crunchy, fresh heat to the picnic table.

Ingredients

  • 1 small head cabbage, thinly shredded (about 1 pound; 450g)
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced (about 6 ounces; 170g)
  • Handful fresh mint and cilantro leaves, minced
  • 1 to 2 green Thai bird chilies
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) juice from 1 lime, plus more to taste
  • Kosher salt

Directions

  1. 1.

    In a large bowl, combine cabbage, onion, herbs, chilies, and lime juice. Season with a big pinch of salt and massage to soften slightly. Taste and season with more salt or lime juice to taste. Serve immediately.

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