What is Asian coleslaw made of?

Asian coleslaw typically includes shredded cabbage, crunchy noodles, toasted almonds, and a sweet-tangy dressing made with oil, vinegar, sugar, and sometimes ramen seasoning.

What is the difference between Asian slaw and coleslaw?

Traditional coleslaw uses a creamy mayonnaise-based dressing, while Asian slaw has a vinegar-based dressing with added umami flavors from soy sauce or ramen seasoning.

How to make crunchy Asian slaw?

To keep it crunchy, mix in ramen noodles, chow mein noodles, and almonds right before serving. This prevents them from becoming soggy.

Amazing Asian Coleslaw Recipe You'll Crave Every Time

Description

A crunchy, tangy, and flavor-packed Asian coleslaw with ramen noodles, chow mein, and toasted almonds. Perfect for BBQs, potlucks, and easy weeknight meals.

Ingredients

1 (3-ounce) package chicken flavored ramen noodles
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 (16-ounce) package coleslaw mix
1/2 cup finely diced onion
2 cups chow mein noodles
1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted

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Instructions

Remove seasoning packet from ramen noodles; set noodles aside.
In a bowl, whisk oil, vinegar, sugar, salt, pepper, and seasoning packet until sugar dissolves.
In a large bowl, mix coleslaw mix and onion. Add dressing and toss to coat.
Right before serving, mix in chow mein noodles, almonds, and crushed ramen noodles. Serve immediately.

Notes

For best crunch, toast almonds ahead of time and only combine crunchy toppings right before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: Asian-American