Asian Cabbage Slaw


from Moosewood New Classics

4 cups grated cabbage

2 cups peeled and grated carrots

3/4 cups diced red bell peppers

2 fresh green chiles, seeded

1 -1 1/2 cups diced shallots

1 garlic clove

2 tbls chopped fresh cilantro

dressing

2 tbls vegetable oil

2 tbls sesame oil

3 tbls rice vinegar or more to taste

2 tbls orange juice

1 tbls mirin or dry sherry

1 tbls soy sauce

3 tbls sugar or to taste

pinch of salt (optional)

Place the cabbage, carrots, peppers, chiles, shallots, garlic, and cilantro in a bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss thoroughly. Taste and if needed, add a pinch of salt or more vinegar.

Serve immediately or refrigerate until serving.