Japanese Cabbage Salad Recipe: Inspired by Japanese Flavours

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This Japanese Cabbage Salad Recipe brings together vibrant colours and bold flavours. It is a dish that's both refreshing and satisfying.

The crisp crunch of green and red cabbage pairs beautifully with the sweetness of red bell pepper. The radish offers a subtle bite of freshness.

The Japanese- Style Dressing 

The dressing elevates the recipe. It is a harmonious blend of soy sauce, sushi seasoning, and lime juice. It offers a balance of savoury, tangy, and slightly sweet flavours, with an optional hint of toasted sesame oil for a nutty finish.

The salad is topped with toasted black sesame seeds. Each bite delivers a mix of textures and flavours that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect as a light meal for one or a delicious side dish for two. This salad is a fresh and exciting addition to any table.

Japanese Inspired Cabbage Salad Recipe

Serves 1 as meal or 2 as a side dish

Ingredients

• 1 cup of green cabbage, thinly sliced

• 1 cup of red cabbage, thinly sliced

• 1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced

• 1 green onion, chopped

• Toasted black sesame seeds

• 1 radish thinly sliced

Dressing

• 1 tablespoon of soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)

• 1 tablespoon of sushi seasoning (or rice vinegar)

• 1 tablespoon of lime juice

• Toasted sesame oil (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare Vegetables: Combine green and red cabbage, red bell pepper, green onion in a large bowl.

   
   

2. Make Dressing: Whisk together soy sauce, sushi seasoning (I use Obento Japanese Seasoning Sushi 250ml), lime juice, and toasted sesame oil in a small bowl.

   
   

3. Toss and Serve: Pour the dressing over the salad, toss well, and garnish with toasted black sesame seeds. Serve immediately or refrigerate to allow the flavours to develop.

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