Crisp and Fragrant Spring Cabbage Salad Recipe (with a Secret Tip!)
Add This One Ingredient to Your Spring Cabbage Salad for Twice the Deliciousness!
Are you currently filling your grocery baskets with fresh spring cabbage? This season’s star vegetable, spring cabbage, offers a wonderful crispness and subtle sweetness. By adding a special ingredient to this simple salad, you can elevate its flavor profile exponentially, making it an irresistible side dish for any meal. Gather your ingredients and let’s make this delicious salad!
Main Ingredients- 1/2 head of spring cabbage, washed and cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 apple, thinly julienned
Dressing- 1 Tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 Tbsp vinegar (for tanginess)
- 1 Tbsp anchovy sauce (for umami)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil (for nutty aroma)
- 3 Tbsp red pepper flakes (for heat)
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic (enhances flavor)
- A pinch of sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 1 Tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 Tbsp vinegar (for tanginess)
- 1 Tbsp anchovy sauce (for umami)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil (for nutty aroma)
- 3 Tbsp red pepper flakes (for heat)
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic (enhances flavor)
- A pinch of sesame seeds (for garnish)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Carefully separate the leaves of the fresh spring cabbage and wash them thoroughly under running water. It’s important to rinse them meticulously to remove any soil or debris.
Step 2
Wash the apple, remove the core, and cut it into thin julienne strips. These apple matchsticks will add a delightful crunch and a hint of sweetness when tossed with the cabbage.
Step 3
Now, let’s prepare the delicious dressing. In a bowl, combine 1 Tbsp sugar, 1 Tbsp vinegar, 1 Tbsp anchovy sauce, 1 Tbsp sesame oil, 3 Tbsp red pepper flakes, and 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic. Mix well until everything is thoroughly combined. Sprinkle a pinch of sesame seeds on top for a nutty finish.
Step 4
Gently pat the washed spring cabbage dry to remove excess water. Then, cut the cabbage into bite-sized pieces, about 1.5-2 inches long, on an angle. Cutting diagonally helps maintain a good crunch.
Step 5
Combine the prepared spring cabbage and julienned apple in a large bowl. Add the dressing and gently toss everything together, ensuring the dressing coats all the ingredients evenly. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cabbage mushy.
Step 6
While delicious immediately after tossing, for the best texture and freshness, it’s recommended to mix the spring cabbage salad just before serving. This ensures you enjoy the delightful crispness to its fullest. It pairs wonderfully with a bowl of warm rice!
