Recipes From Gran Nan’s Kitchen
I think coleslaw, in any form or fashion, is a great cold salad side dish to make and serve in any season. As a bonus, I believe it also “checks the box” for a green vegetable. While the traditional creamy slaw (see our recipe HERE) is the most traditional recipe, some folks don’t like mayo, so they aren’t a fan. Enter… this Asian Slaw recipe with ramen and an oil and vinegar base — no mayo in sight!
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This tangy Asian Slaw is a great alternative to the mayo-dressed variety and is another recipe that I “borrowed” from Kelley Nan’s Aunt Suze, as she served it to me first. I especially like to serve Asian Slaw with grilled or barbecued proteins. Any carb side, from potatoes to rice to pasta, is a great addition to round out a meal. It’s also the perfect topping for fish or shrimp tacos.
Sources: Bowl | Oil & Vinegar Dispensers (set of 2)
What Ingredients Are Included in Asian Slaw?
This Asian Slaw recipe includes all of the good things…fresh veggies, tangy dressing and two surprise ingredients — ramen noodles and almonds. Even though the dressing is made from scratch, the dish can be put together quickly since a bag of pre-shredded coleslaw mix is used as the base. The ingredients include:
- Pre-shredded cabbage coleslaw
- Green onions
- Ramen noodle packet
- Slivered and toasted almonds
And What About the Ingredients for the Asian Slaw Dressing?
- Vegetable oil
- Sugar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Salt
What Kitchen Tools Are Needed to Make Asian Slaw?
Only basic kitchen tools are needed to make this Asian Slaw recipe, including the items listed below. I like to mix and serve the slaw in the same bowl.
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife (or kitchen shears)
- Measuring cup
- Measuring spoons
- Small mixing bowl (I like to use a glass measuring cup.)
- Whisk
- Mixing spoon
- Large serving bowl
Sources: Bowl | Oil & Vinegar Dispensers (set of 2)
What Pairs Well with Asian Slaw?
This Asian Slaw is a great addition to almost any meal. It’s tanginess and crunchy texture complements most any beef, pork, chicken or fish meal. Specific ideas include:
- Hamburgers
- Hot dogs
- Barbecue chicken
- Barbecue pork
- Brisket
- Grilled fish
- Baked fish
- Steak
- Pork tenderloin
- Fried chicken
- Baked salmon
- Grilled chicken
- Pork chops
- Fried shrimp
- Grilled shrimp
- Fish or shrimp tacos
Sources: Bowl | Oil & Vinegar Dispensers (set of 2)
When to Serve Asian Slaw with Ramen?
Since this coleslaw recipe doesn’t include mayonnaise, it’s a perfect dish to serve and travel to picnics and pot lucks. It’s also a great side dish to serve at gatherings, luncheons, cookouts and family suppers. The recipe can easily be doubled, if you’re feeding a crowd!
Sources: Bowl | Oil & Vinegar Dispensers (set of 2) / Serving Bowl (similar)
Asian Slaw Recipe
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Asian Slaw
This tangy coleslaw recipe provides a different spin from the traditional coleslaw dressed with a mayonnaise dressing. Instead, Asian Slaw includes a sweet and tart dressing and ramen noodles and slivered almonds that add a delicious crunchy element.
Ingredients
Asian Slaw Dressing
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 Tbsp sugar
- 3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp salt
- seasoning packet from ramen noodle package
Slaw
- 1 bag pre-shredded coleslaw mix (Angel hair or tri-color coleslaw mix may be used.)
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1 pkg. chicken flavor ramen noodles
- 1/3 cup slivered almonds — toasted
Instructions
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Mix dressing ingredients in small mixing bowl or glass measuring cup with a whisk.
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Mix slaw ingredients in large serving bowl.
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Pour dressing over slaw.
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Toss and serve.
We’d love to hear if you decide to give this easy Asian Slaw recipe a try. If you do, please let us know what you think!
–Gran Nan
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