Ramen Cabbage Salad Recipe
This Ramen Cabbage Salad Recipe may seem strange to anyone that is unfamiliar but if you’ve tried it you already know how strangely delicious it is. An Asian flavored cabbage coleslaw with nuts, seeds and crunchy ramen noodles.
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Ramen Noodle Cabbage Salad – Ramen Coleslaw
So back to how weird this recipe can seem. Trust me, I know. I first tried this at a work potluck about 15 years ago. The man who brought it in, well let’s just say he was a bit of a character. I thought he was out of his mind when he served up coleslaw with crunchy ramen noodles in it. But thankfully I’ll try anything once even a suspicious looking salad from a questionable fellow. This isn’t exactly like Glen’s Chinese Cabbage Salad with Ramen Noodles, it is my version of Glen’s salad. Thanks for the inspo, Glen. . . I’m sorry I doubted you 😆
Here are more cabbage salad or coleslaw recipes for you to try:
Kale Slaw Salad – Cilantro Lime Slaw – Mango Slaw – Vinegar Based Coleslaw
Ingredients Needed For This Chinese Cabbage Ramen Noodle Salad Recipe (screenshot for grocery list)
- Finely Shredded Green Cabbage
- Roasted Shelled Sunflower Seeds
- Toasted Sesame Seeds
- Avocado Oil
- Raw Slivered Almonds
- Package Chicken Flavor Ramen Noodles (Maruchan)
- Toasted Sesame Oil
- Soy Sauce
- Rice Vinegar
- Sugar or Honey
Notes:
I prefer to use finely shredded cabbage because it almost feels like eating a noodle bowl with chopsticks. Feel free to use chopped or sliced cabbage if preferred.
How To Make Ramen Noodle Cabbage Salad
- In large bowl combine cabbage, sunflower seeds and sesame seeds.
- Heat oil in pan over medium. Add ramen and almonds to pan. Toast while stirring for 5-10 minutes or until light golden brown. Transfer to cabbage.
- Mix dressing ingredients then pour over cabbage mixture. Toss until evenly coated. Salt to taste.
Notes:
If preparing ahead, keep the cabbage, ramen and dressing separate. Mix just before serving to prevent soggy ramen salad.
What Should You Serve With This Ramen Coleslaw Salad
Spicy Pan Seared Scallops – Salmon Sushi Bowl – Saucy Asian Meatballs – Slow Cooker Chinese Spare Ribs
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Ramen Cabbage Salad Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 10 ounces Finely Shredded Green Cabbage approx 6 cups
- 1/2 Cup Roasted Shelled Sunflower Seeds
- 1/4 Cup Toasted Sesame Seeds
- 1-2 Tablespoons Avocado Oil
- 1 Cup Raw Slivered Almonds
- 1 3oz Package Ramen Noodles - broken into pieces (Maruchan - chicken flavor) - save seasoning for dressing
- Dressing:
- 1/4 Cup Avocado Oil
- 1 Tablespoon Toasted Sesame Oil
- 2 teaspoons Soy Sauce
- 1 Tablespoon Rice Vinegar
- Seasoning from Ramen Package
- Small Pinch Sugar or Drizzle of Honey
Instructions
- In large bowl combine cabbage, sunflower seeds and sesame seeds.
Heat oil in pan over medium. Add ramen and almonds to pan. Toast while stirring for 5-10 minutes or until light golden brown. Transfer to cabbage.
Mix dressing ingredients then pour over cabbage mixture. Toss until evenly coated. Salt to taste, if needed.
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