East Bay Moms

Activities for Parents with their Infants and Toddlers

Peanut Cole Slaw

Enjoy this great summer salad.  Serves 6

Dressing

1/3 cup rice vinegar or  cider vinegar

1/4 cup peanut butter

3 tablespoon brown sugar

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon soy sauce

1 teaspoon sesame oil

Ingredients

7 to 8 cups (about 1 ¼ pounds) coarsely shredded green cabbage

1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes to taste (optional)

1/2 cup roasted unsalted peanuts, coarsely chopped

Instructions

Place dressing ingredients in blender and process on low until well mixed (taste for balance of flavors and adjust if necessary)

About 1 hour before serving, place dressing in large bowl, and add cabbage about 2 cups at a time.  Stir in pepper flakes. Cover bowl and chill

At serving time, add peanuts, toss, and transfer to serving bowl. Use slotted spoon for serving.