Asian-Style Slaw

Ingredients

• Dressing:
• 1/2 cup rice vinegar (unseasoned)
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon peeled, minced fresh ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon dark sesame oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• Salad:
• 5 cups shredded Savoy cabbage
• 1 cup matchstick-cut carrots
• 1 scallion, cut into 1 1/2-inch julienne pieces
• 1 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh basil leaves
• 1 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh mint leaves
• 4 tablespoons dry-roasted peanuts, chopped

Preparation

1. Whisk together the dressing ingredients until the sugar is dissolved.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cabbage, carrots, scallions, basil, and mint. Add the dressing, and toss well to coat. Sprinkle with the peanuts.