Japanese Cabbage Salad

Light, refreshing, and full of vibrant flavor, this Japanese Cabbage Salad is the perfect side dish or light meal. Combining crisp vegetables with a creamy, umami-rich dressing made from smetana, soy sauce, and sesame oil, this salad offers a delightful balance of textures and tastes. Finished with a generous sprinkle of fresh coriander, it's easy to prepare and pairs beautifully with a variety of dishes.

4 servings

Ingredients:

• 200 ml smetana

• 2 tablespoons Japanese soy sauce

• 1 tablespoon sesame oil

• 250 g pointed cabbage, thinly shredded

• 1 carrot, grated or julienned

• 1 bunch fresh coriander (cilantro), roughly chopped

Equipment

• Wooden cutting board

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dressing:

   • In a large bowl, mix smetana, soy sauce, and sesame oil.

2. Prepare the Vegetables:

   • Thinly shred the cabbage and grate or julienne the carrot.

3. Combine and Serve:

   • Just before serving, toss the cabbage and carrot in the dressing.

   • Top with fresh coriander.

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