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Spicy Cabbage and Red Onion Slaw

Shredded cabbage and red onion get lime, herbs, and Thai chiles for a bright, punchy slaw that comes together by hand in minutes.

Dinner · 6 ingredients

Prep 15 min · Makes 4 servings

Spicy Cabbage and Red Onion Slaw

Ingredients

  • 1 small head cabbage, thinly shredded
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • Handful fresh mint and cilantro leaves, minced
  • 1 to 2 green Thai bird chilies
  • 1 tablespoon juice from 1 lime, plus more to taste
  • Kosher salt

Directions

Put the cabbage, onion, herbs, chilies, and lime juice in a large bowl. Add a generous pinch of salt, then use your hands to work everything together until the cabbage relaxes a bit. Taste, adjust with additional salt or lime juice as needed, and serve right away.

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