Best Asian Coleslaw Dressing (Print version)
Vibrant, tangy Asian-style dressing blending sesame, ginger, and a hint of spice for fresh flavorful slaws.
# What you'll need:
→ Liquids
01 - 1/4 cup unseasoned rice vinegar
02 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
03 - 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
04 - 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
→ Sweeteners
05 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
→ Flavorings
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely grated
08 - 1 clove garlic, minced
09 - 1 teaspoon sriracha or chili garlic sauce
→ Seasonings
10 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
# Method:
01 - Whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce or tamari, sesame oil, vegetable oil, honey or maple syrup, and lime juice in a medium bowl until thoroughly combined.
02 - Mix in grated ginger, minced garlic, sriracha if desired, salt, and pepper. Whisk vigorously until dressing becomes smooth and fully emulsified.
03 - Sample the dressing and modify seasoning as needed—increase lime juice for brightness, honey for sweetness, or sriracha for additional heat.
04 - Toss immediately with coleslaw blend or refrigerate in an airtight container up to 1 week. Whisk or shake thoroughly before each use.
# Expert advice:
01 -
- It turns a bag of shredded cabbage into something youd actually crave
- Keeps for weeks so you can dress up salads in seconds
- The ginger and sesame combination makes everything taste expensive
02 -
- The dressing will separate in the fridge, give it a vigorous shake or whisk before using
- Garlic gets stronger as it sits, so start with less if you plan to store it
- A little goes a long way, start with half and add more as you toss
03 -
- Grate your ginger against the grain to avoid tough fibrous bits
- Let the dressing sit for at least 30 minutes before serving for the best flavor