Charred Cabbage, Ginger, and Sesame Slaw
Charred Cabbage, Ginger, and Sesame Slaw balances smoky grilled cabbage with bright lime, peppery scallions, and a punch of fresh ginger. A tangy rice-vinegar dressing with sriracha and toasted sesame oil adds heat and nutty depth, while sesame seeds and peanuts bring crunch. Serve it alongside grilled meats, burgers, or tacos for a lively, cookout-ready side.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat (350 degrees F to 375 degrees F/175 degrees C to 190 degrees C). Remove any wilted outer leaves from the cabbage, then cut the head into quarters.
- 2
Lightly oil the grill grates. Place the cabbage and lime, cut sides down, along with the green onions and ginger on the grates, then cover. Grill the green onions and lime, turning once halfway, until charred—2 to 4 minutes for the onions and 6 to 8 minutes for the lime. Grill the cabbage and ginger, turning once halfway, until the cabbage is charred and the ginger is softened, 12 to 16 minutes.
- 3
When cool enough to handle, core and shred the cabbage. Chop the green onions, discarding any fully charred pieces. Toss the carrots, cabbage, and green onions together in a large bowl.
- 4
Peel and grate 1 tablespoon ginger (reserve any remaining ginger for another use).
- 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the ginger, juice from the grilled lime, vegetable oil, vinegar, honey, sriracha, sesame oil, garlic, crushed red pepper, and salt. Pour over the cabbage mixture and toss to combine. Cover and chill for 1 hour before serving, or up to 1 week.
- 6
Just before serving, add the sesame seeds and toss to combine. Garnish with peanuts.
- Calories 258.08 kcal Moderate
- Protein 4.98 g Low Source
- Carbs 37.65 g Moderate
- Total Fat 10.38 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 1.46 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source
- Sodium 158.92 mg Moderate
- Fiber 6.58 g Good Source
- Sugar 13.76 g High
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 103.16 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.85 mg Moderate
- Potassium 444.21 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 2085.21 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 96.75 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Peanuts 🥜
- Sesame
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Charred Cabbage, Ginger, and Sesame Slaw is a Japanese side dish recipe made with 15 ingredients. It takes about 20 mins, serves 6, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Fresh Ginger, Green Onion, Honey, and Lime. Each serving provides about 258.08 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Charred Cabbage, Ginger, and Sesame Slaw?
- It is a Japanese slaw recipe made with 15 ingredients, usually served for side dish or salad.
- What is Charred Cabbage, Ginger, and Sesame Slaw made of?
- The main ingredients are Fresh Ginger, Green Onion, Honey, Lime, Minced Garlic. The full list of 15 is above.
- How long does it take to make Charred Cabbage, Ginger, and Sesame Slaw?
- About 20 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 258.08 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Charred Cabbage, Ginger, and Sesame Slaw easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 15 ingredients and 6 steps.
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