Japanese Slaw - Chargrill Charlie's Copycat
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5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Wilting time
15 mins
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Servings
4 - 6 as a side
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Calories
288 kcal
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Course
Side Dish
Japanese Slaw - Chargrill Charlie's Copycat
Description
Japanese Slaw – Chargrill Charlie's Copycat combines tightly packed finely shredded green and red cabbages with julienned carrot, sliced green onion, cooked edamame, and pre-dressed Japanese seaweed salad. The dressing features soy sauce, rice vinegar, Kewpie mayonnaise, toasted sesame oil, olive oil, sugar or honey, and optional wasabi paste for a mild heat. The dressing is shaken until emulsified, then tossed with most of the salad before allowing it to rest for 15 minutes, which softens the cabbage while the seaweed remains clumped for texture contrast.
The slaw balances crunchy, fresh vegetables with creamy and tangy dressing elements accented by umami from the seaweed and edamame. The optional wasabi adds a subtle peppery spice, distinguishing this slaw from typical coleslaws. The textural interplay between crisp vegetables and soft seaweed makes the salad interesting and multifaceted.
This slaw is a versatile accompaniment to grilled meats, seafood, or can be served as a light standalone salad. The herbs and dressing create a bright contrast to richer grilled flavors.
Key tips include tightly packing the cabbage when measuring, using fine julienne carrots, and noting that Kewpie mayonnaise gives a smoother texture to the dressing. The wasabi amount can be adjusted to personal preference or omitted. Edamame and seaweed salad are now widely available in supermarkets and enhance the dish’s distinctiveness.
Ingredients
Japanese Slaw:
- 5 cups (tightly packed) green cabbage , finely shredded (~1/2 medium head, Note 1)
- 2 cups (tightly packed) red cabbage , finely shredded (~1/4 small head, Note 1)
- 1 carrot peeled and finely shredded (using a julienne shredder, or box grater, Note 2, medium size
- 2 green onion finely sliced on the diagonal, stems
- 1 cup edamame , cooked per packet directions (Note 3)
- 2/3 cup seaweed salad pre dressed (Note 4, Japanese style
Dressing:
- 1 1/2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 1/2 tbsp rice vinegar (sub cider vinegar)
- 1 1/2 tbsp mayonnaise Note 5, Kewpie brand
- 1 tbsp sesame oil toasted
- 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp sugar (any type) or 1 1/2 tsp honey
- 1/2 - 1 1/2 tsp wasabi paste , adjust to taste (entirely optional) (Note 6)
Instructions
- Dressing: Shake Dressing ingredients in a jar until the mayonnaise is fully emulsified. Taste and add more sugar if you want.
- Toss with salad: Place cabbage, carrot, green onion, half the edamame and half the seaweed salad in a bowl. Add about 3/4 of the dressing, toss. (Seaweed will mostly stay in clumps).
- Wilt: Set aside for 15 minutes to let the cabbage wilt a bit.
- Serve: Toss again, then pile onto serving platter or bowl. Drape over remaining seaweed salad (in clumps) and edamame, drizzle with remaining Dressing. Serve!
Notes
- Pack cabbage tightly into measuring cups to ensure accurate volume for shredding.
- Use a fine shredder or julienne tool for the carrot to achieve thin strands for better texture.
- Cook frozen edamame according to package instructions before adding to the salad.
- Pre-dressed Japanese-style seaweed salad contributes sweetness and umami; find it at Asian markets or seafood stores.
- Kewpie mayonnaise is recommended for a smooth, tangy dressing but can be swapped with regular mayo or omitted entirely.
- Adjust wasabi paste to taste; fresh wasabi is stronger and requires less quantity.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4- 6 as a side
Amount Per Serving
Calories 288 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 288cal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 33g | 11% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 512mg | 21% |
| Potassium | 1041mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 13g | 52% |
| Sugar | 17g | 34% |
| Vitamin A | 4222IU | 84% |
| Vitamin C | 180mg | 200% |
| Calcium | 209mg | 21% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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