Asian Noodle Slaw (Printable Version)

Crunchy noodles and fresh slaw tossed in a sweet-savory Asian dressing with toasted almonds and sesame seeds.

# Ingredients:

→ Salad Base

01 - 2 packages ramen noodles (beef or soy sauce flavor)
02 - 1 package (14 ounce) prepackaged coleslaw mix
03 - 1 package (12 ounce) prepackaged broccoli slaw mix

→ Dressing

04 - 120 ml olive oil
05 - 60 ml rice vinegar
06 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce
07 - 100 g sugar
08 - 2 ramen seasoning packets (reserved from noodles)

→ Toppings

09 - 60 ml sliced almonds
10 - 60 ml sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, or raw chopped peanuts

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 150°C (300°F). Spread almonds on a prepared baking sheet and bake for 8 minutes until fragrant but not golden. Remove and set aside to cool.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and sugar until sugar is completely dissolved and mixture is well combined. Set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, mix together the broccoli slaw and coleslaw mixes thoroughly.
04 - Before opening the ramen noodle packages, crush noodles in the packaging into small pieces no larger than 1.3 cm (1/2 inch). Open packages and add crushed noodles to the slaw mixture, reserving the seasoning packets.
05 - Add the cooled toasted almonds and seeds to the slaw mixture and combine well.
06 - Stir the reserved ramen seasoning packets into the prepared dressing and mix thoroughly.
07 - Pour the entire dressing over the slaw mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight to allow flavors to develop. Serve chilled.

# Notes:

01 - For best results, add the dressing just before serving to maintain the crunch of the noodles.
02 - This salad can be made a day ahead, making it perfect for potlucks and gatherings.