Zesty Japanese Yuzu-Wasabi Slaw with Fresh Vegetables

Name: Zesty Japanese Yuzu-Wasabi Slaw with Fresh Vegetables
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: Red cabbage; Green cabbage; Carrot; Cucumber; Green onions; Yuzu juice; Rice vinegar; Soy sauce; Wasabi paste; Honey; Sesame oil; Toasted sesame seeds; Grated ginger

Refreshingly Crisp and Vibrant Flavors with a Spicy Kick

This invigorating slaw combines the exotic flavors of yuzu and wasabi with fresh vegetables to create a perfect accompaniment for any Asian-inspired meal.

30 min
4
Easy

Ingredients

For the Slaw

Red cabbage

1 cup, shredded

Green cabbage

1 cup, shredded

Carrot

1, julienned

Cucumber

½, thin matchsticks

Green onions

2, thinly sliced

For the Dressing

Yuzu juice

3 tbsp

Rice vinegar

1 tbsp

Soy sauce

1 tbsp

Wasabi paste

1 tsp

Honey

1 tbsp

Sesame oil

2 tbsp

Optional Ingredients

Toasted sesame seeds

1 tbsp

Grated ginger

1 tsp

Preparation

Preparing the Vegetables

Wash and Dry

Rinse and thoroughly dry the red cabbage and green cabbage.

Julienne Carrot

Julienne the carrot, ensuring even-sized matchsticks for consistent texture.

Slice Cucumber & Onions

Slice the cucumber and green onions finely for even distribution throughout the slaw.

Making the Dressing

Combine Liquids

In a bowl, combine the yuzu juice, rice vinegar, and soy sauce.

Add Wasabi & Honey

Stir in the wasabi paste and honey until fully dissolved.

Ensure the wasabi is fully dissolved to avoid unexpected spicy pockets.

Emulsify

Gradually whisk in the sesame oil to emulsify the mixture.

Chill the vegetables in the fridge before combining with the dressing to add a refreshing crispness.

Cooking Process

Combining the Slaw

In a large bowl, toss the prepared vegetables gently with the dressing until evenly coated.

Resting the Slaw

Let the slaw rest for at least 10 minutes for the flavors to meld together.

Final Toss

Give the slaw one final toss just before serving to redistribute the flavors.

Plating & Serving