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Fresh Asian Sesame Slaw with Ramen Noodles Easy 5-Minute Ginger Dressing Recipe

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A crunchy, tangy Asian-inspired slaw featuring crispy ramen noodles, fresh cabbage, and a bright ginger dressing made in just 5 minutes. Perfect as a side dish or a light lunch.

Ingredients

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  • 2 packs ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
  • 4 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded purple cabbage (optional)
  • 1 large carrot, julienned or shredded
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
  • 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds
  • 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, finely grated
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari (for gluten-free)
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or neutral oil
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated garlic (about 1 small clove)
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Shred the green and purple cabbage finely. Julienne or shred the carrot. Slice the green onions thinly and chop the cilantro if using. Place all in a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a small bowl, grate fresh ginger and garlic finely. Add soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, toasted sesame oil, vegetable oil, and red pepper flakes if using. Whisk until smooth and glossy.
  3. Break dry ramen noodles into 1-inch bite-sized pieces. Optionally, toast them lightly in a dry pan over medium heat for 2 minutes to deepen nuttiness.
  4. Pour the ginger dressing over the shredded veggies and toss gently to coat. Add broken ramen noodles and toasted sesame seeds last, tossing lightly once or twice to keep noodles crisp.
  5. Serve immediately for maximum crunch or let rest 10-15 minutes to soften veggies and meld flavors. Add noodles just before serving if resting longer.

Notes

Add ramen noodles just before serving to keep them crunchy. Fresh grated ginger is essential for best flavor. Toast noodles lightly for nuttiness but watch to avoid burning. Prep veggies ahead and store separately for quick assembly. For gluten-free, use tamari and gluten-free noodles. Maple syrup can replace honey for vegan version.

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Keywords: Asian slaw, ramen noodle salad, sesame slaw, ginger dressing, quick salad, crunchy salad, gluten-free option, vegan option

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