How to Make a Mongolian Cabbage Salad

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil provides a healthier fat option.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free while maintaining flavor.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds a fruity note.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey offers natural sweetness.

Shred the cabbage finely and place it in a large bowl.

Grate the carrots and add them to the bowl with the cabbage.

Chop the green onions and bell pepper, then mix them into the bowl.

Finely chop the cilantro and add it to the salad.

In a small bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.

Grate garlic and ginger into the dressing mixture and stir well.

Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss to combine thoroughly.

Sprinkle chili flakes over the salad for heat and toss again.

Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Before serving, sprinkle sesame seeds on top for garnish.

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