Korean Spicy Cabbage Salad

This Korean Spicy Cabbage Salad is a vibrant and crunchy dish that packs a punch with its zesty and bold flavors. Perfect as a low-carb appetizer, it combines fresh cabbage with a spicy dressing that awakens the palate.

Ingredients

• Napa cabbage - 200 grams
• Carrot - 50 grams
• Green onion - 2 stalks
• Garlic - 2 cloves
• Gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes) - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. Wash the Napa cabbage and slice it into thin strips.
2. Peel the carrot and julienne it into thin matchsticks.
3. Chop the green onions into small pieces, separating the white and green parts.
4. In a medium bowl, combine the Napa cabbage, carrot, and the white parts of the green onion.
5. In a small bowl, mince the garlic and mix it with gochugaru, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
6. Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss well to coat evenly.
7. Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
8. Serve the salad in bowls, garnished with the green parts of the green onion and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

Nutrition

• Calories: 90
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 4 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins C and K from the cabbage, promoting a healthy immune system.
• Low in calories and carbs, making it a great option for weight management.

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