Ingredients
1 1/2 tbsp oil, olive
3 tbsp lemon juice
1 1/2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup rice vinegar
1 1/2 tsp maple syrup
3/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper, black, ground
1/4 tsp pepper, cayenne, -=or=- more if desired
6 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced
3/8 cup parsley, chopped
3 tbsp cilantro, chopped
3/8 cup onions, red, minced
Directions
IN a large bowl, combine oil, lemon juice, vinegars, maple syrup,
salt, black pepper, and cayenne. Toss with cabbage; let stand at room
temperature for 1 hour. Taste for seasoning and adjust if necessary,
toss in parsley, cilantro and red onion. Serve at room temperature.
Makes 8 servings.
Servings: 8 servings
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Categories: Salad
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We hope you enjoy this Asian Coleslaw recipe.
