Chinese Coleslaw with Ramen Noodles
A crisp, vibrant mix of flavors and textures, this Chinese coleslaw with ramen noodles is a perfect side dish or light meal, featuring a colorful combination of fresh vegetables and crunchy ramen noodles, all tossed in a flavorful dressing.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 package ramen noodles Discard the seasoning packet.
- 4 cups shredded cabbage (green and/or red)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup sliced green onions
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds
Dressing
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sugar
Instructions
Preparation
- Break the ramen noodles into small pieces by hand or using a rolling pin, being careful not to crush them too finely.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the broken ramen noodles, shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, sliced green onions, and slivered almonds.
Dressing
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and sugar until well combined.
Mixing
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to ensure all ingredients are coated evenly.
- Let the salad sit for about 10 to 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld and noodles to soften slightly.
- Before serving, give the salad another gentle toss to redistribute flavors.
Serving
- Serve as a delightful side dish or light meal. Optionally, top with extra almonds or a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
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Notes
For best results, use fresh vegetables. Mix the salad and dressing separately if storing for leftovers to maintain crunchiness.