PatNoCal's Surprise Oriental Cole Slaw (I live on this in the summer)
This is great for having something on hand. When my schedule kicks into high gear, I keep a bowl of shredded veggies and a separate container of dressing on hand at all times. The cabbage slaw holds, undressed, really well. Dressing is has great flavor. The ramen packet of seasoning? Essential.
Pat's notes: Traca, it seems this recipe has been around for ages and while it might not be considered 'gourmet' by some since it uses a Ramen packet seasoning packet...it's really quite good. It makes a lot, it's inexpensive and it always goes. I usually like to add the dressing about 30-45 minutes before serving.
Traca's notes: I don't add the crushed noodles. Find there's plenty of crunch without them. Good with orange segments too.
Surprise Coleslaw
1/2 medium cabbage, shredded (2mm Cuisinart disk)
3 to 4 green onions, chopped
2 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted*
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted*
1 pkg Top Ramen noodles, or any brand (chicken is best), uncooked and crushed
Toss salad and then add enough dressing to moisten well. Note: You may not need to add all of the dressing.
Dressing:
1 pkg flavoring mix from Ramen noodles (chicken flavor is best)
2 tbsp sugar
1 tsp seasoning salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1/2 cup oil (I like Canola)
3 tbsp cider vinegar
To toast almonds and sesame seeds: in 350 degree oven on cookie sheet or in dry skillet on stove. Watch closely so they don't burn.
Optional: can also add chunks of cooked chicken breast