Addictive Cabbage Salad Recipe — Eatwell101

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This addictive cabbage salad – Yamitsuki cabbage or shio kyabetsu in Japanese – is super simple yet incredibly delicious. If you’re familiar with izakaya restaurants, this version of the iconic cabbage salad will get you stuck on repeat for days. With just a handful of ingredients, you get a side salad exploding with flavor and pairing nicely with your grilled meats or chicken… Unless you gobble up the whole bowl!

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Ingredients list for the yamitsuki cabbage salad recipe

1 green cabbage (1lb. – 450 g) ⁠
4 garlic cloves, peeled and grated
2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon brown sugar
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 cube of chicken bouillon (or vegetable), finely crumbled
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
2 pinches of Cayenne (optional)⁠
1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper

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Why you’ll love this cabbage salad recipe

Easy and no-cook! Cut the cabbage finely so you won’t have huge chunks to chew on.
Irresistible umami flavors: Sesame oil + chicken bouillon + garlic = Paradise on Earth 😉
Super versatile: You can enjoy the cabbage salad on its own for a light lunch, or as a side for your grilled meats, grilled chicken, or teriyaki salmon.
Budget-friendly: Cabbage is super nutritious for a very affordable price tag. And you probably already have the other ingredients in your pantry!

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Directions

1. Using a sharp knife cut the cabbage into slices, then cut into small chunks. Transfer to a large salad bowl.

2. In a small bowl, mix grated garlic, sesame oil, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and crumbled chicken bouillon until you get a smooth dressing.

3. Pour the dressing over the diced cabbage.

4. Add sesame seeds, Cayenne, salt, and pepper, and mix everything with a wooden spoon until cabbage is well coated.

5. Divide the cabbage salad into plates and enjoy immediately!

Tips for the cabbage salad recipe

Use a blend of black and white sesame seeds if you like.
You can use a blender to mix the dressing.
We use green cabbage for this recipe, but try savoy cabbage or red cabbage if you feel adventurous!