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!
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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!
How to store the cabbage salad
Store the yamitsuki cabbage salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days.
More cabbage recipes you might like
- Healthy Cabbage Salad with Orange-Lime Dressing
- Melon and Napa Cabbage Salad
- Grilled Chicken Salad with Cabbage and Raspberry Balsamic Dressing
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