Bahn Mi Slaw

Name: Bahn Mi Slaw
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced; 2 cup green cabbage, thinly sliced; 3/4 cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced into strips; 1/2 cup cilantro; 1 Tbs jalapeno pepper, diced, or 1/2 Tbs for less heat; 1 tsp sesame seeds; 1 tsp black sesame seeds; 1 Tbs sugar OR honey; 1 Tbs sesame oil; 4 tsp rice wine vinegar; 3 tsp lemon juice; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper

by Estelle Chait

4 cups slaw

5 min

If you want a change from the normal cabbage/carrot/mayo slaw scene, you've come to the right place!

Bahn Mi is the Vietnamese way to go- she's fresh, colorful, packed with veggies, and has just the right amount of heat with jalapeño.

For the dressing we use both black and white sesame seeds- I love the subtle crunch these give, and we round out the finish with honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.

I originally created this recipe as a topping for Bao- which I love to fill with some pulled Hawaiian chicken. This slaw is the perfect compliment. The fluffy bao, sweet chicken, and tangy slaw really make those mini sandwiches a fan favorite! Not to mention they are just adorable and serious eye candy.

Try this Banh Mi slaw with burgers, pulled brisket, or simply as a fun side for your next BBQ!