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    Home » Recipes » Appetizers

    Asian Ramen Coleslaw

    Published: Jun 5, 2023 by Kristin · This post may contain affiliate links. · 32 Comments

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    This quick and easy Asian Ramen Coleslaw is a fast and effortless salad that leaves everyone craving for seconds! This vibrant, zesty, and crunchy Asian Slaw recipe takes less than 10 minutes to prepare, making it an ideal choice for picnics, potlucks, BBQs, and beyond!

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    Chances are, you have seen this recipe, or a version of it floating around the internet. It is a classic side dish that is favored for any large gatherings due to how easy it is to prepare! No cooking needed, simply assemble and enjoy!

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    • Ramen Noodle Asian Salad
    • Ingredients Needed for Asian Ramen Coleslaw
    • How to make Asian Coleslaw with Ramen Noodles
    • Tips for the best Ramen Salad
    • How to store leftover Asian Ramen Coleslaw
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • More Salad Recipes You’ll Love
    • What to serve Asian Ramen Noodle Coleslaw With
    • Asian Coleslaw with Ramen Noodles

    Ramen Noodle Asian Salad

    Although I am not sure where this salad originated, I am thankful to whoever created it! The flavor combination of shredded cabbage, slivered almonds, sunflower seeds, green onions, and crunchy Ramen noodles is mouthwatering and one that I wouldn’t have thought of on my own.

    Since there is no cooking involved, you can basically open a few bags, toss the ingredients into a bowl, mix up, and enjoy! It doesn’t get any easier than that, right?!

    a serving of oriental cabbage slaw

    Ingredients Needed for Asian Ramen Coleslaw

    See printable recipe card below for exact ingredient amount and step by step directions.

    • Cabbage– I buy the bags of shredded cabbage that include slivered carrots as well. This saves so much time and effort on the prep side of things.
    • Green Onions– chopped, this adds such a burst of flavor throughout the salad.
    • Slivered Almonds– don’t skip the toasting part. It really enhances the crunchiness and adds a depth of flavor you don’t want to miss out on.
    • Butter– use this to toast the slivered almonds.
    • Ramen Noodles– I use the Oriental flavored ramen noodles, setting the seasoning packed aside for the homemade sauce.
    • Sunflower Seeds– this adds to the crunchiness of the salad.
    • Soy Sauce– reduced sodium is what I use.
    • Red Wine Vinegar– if you don’t have this on hand, feel free to use white wine vinega, rice wine vinegar, or apple cider vinegar as a substitute.
    • Peanut Oil– if you don’t have any on hand, you can also use olive oil or any other oil available.

    all the ingredients needed to make asian coleslaw

    Optional Add In’s and Variations

    • Add some Sesame oil into the sauce for an added flavor boost. No more than about 3-4 tsp.
    • Fresh garlic and ginger are great additions to this coleslaw.
    • Use different slaws such as broccoli slaw or carrot slaw.
    • Feel free to enhance this by adding in some shredded chicken such as Rotisserie, bell peppers, edamame, mandarin oranges, celery, radishes, cashews, and/or sesame seeds.
    • If you can’t find Oriental Ramen noodles, you can use chicken flavored ramen in its place.
    • Add some ground black pepper to taste.

    How to make Asian Coleslaw with Ramen Noodles

    It couldn’t be easier. Check out these simple instructions for making this salad.

    1. In a skillet, toast the almonds in the butter. Set aside.
    2. Crush the Ramen noodles and combine with the cabbage, green onions, toasted almonds, and sunflower seeds.
    3. In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, vinegar, oil, and seasoning packet from the Ramen noodles.
    4. Pour dressing mixture over coleslaw before serving. Store in refrigerator until ready to serve!

    step by step on how to make asian coleslaw with ramen noodles

    Tips for the best Ramen Salad

    • To make less of a mess, crush the Ramen noodles while they are still in the package. I typically go over to the sink and crush the package up a few times. On the off chance that the package rips, I am over the sink and the mess is container.
    • Use store bought slaw to save on the prep time.
    • Prepare this salad the night before needed. The liquid will soften the noodles and really fuse the flavors together nicely.
    • Use chow mein noodles in place of the Ramen noodles.
    • If you want to prepare this ahead of time, but want to save the crunch, feel free to prepare the salad and sauce separately and pour dressing over once ready to serve!

    ramen noodles combined with a oriental sauce to make a coleslaw

    How to store leftover Asian Ramen Coleslaw

    This ramen noodle coleslaw can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When ready to serve, simply toss to recoat the ingredients with the sauce and serve. The crunch will diminish over time as the noodles will absorb some liquid and soften up, but the same great flavor will still be there.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Are the Ramen Noodles supposed to be uncooked?

    Yep! Leave these noodles uncooked as you want the added crunch. As the liquid coats the noodles, they partially soften and end up being the perfect texture.

    Do I need to use the seasoning packed from the Ramen noodles?

    Nope! If you want to control the sodium and additives a bit more, feel free to omit the seasoning packet and simply add in a bit of sesame oil.

    How do I make this a bit healthier?

    Feel free to use Kale in place of the cabbage, omit the seasoning packed to decrease on sodium, and adding in some dried fruits.

    Do I need to add in the crushed Ramen noodles?

    Although it isn’t NEEDED, I definitely recommend adding this into the ramen noodle salad. This is what adds most of the crunch and makes up a good portion of the salad.

    Where did Ramen originate?

    Ramen originated from China but was made famous by a man named Momofuku Ando. He established Nissin Food Products and founded the Ando Foundation. In 1958, Momofuku invented Chicken Ramen, the world’s first instant ramen, creating the instant ramen industry.

    an oriental salad perfect for any gathering

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    Asian Coleslaw with Ramen Noodles

    Recipe by: Kristin
    This tangy, crunchy, simple Ramen Coleslaw is packed with flavor and can be made in less than ten minutes! It disappears quickly because its so light and tasty!
    3.75 from 170 votes
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 10 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish
    Cuisine American, Chinese
    Servings 6
    Calories 454 kcal

    Equipment

    • Mixing Bowls
    • Cast Iron Skillet

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 package shredded cabbage
    • 1 bunch green onions, chopped
    • 3 oz slivered almonds
    • 1 tablespoon butter
    • 1 package Ramen Noodles, oriental flavor, set aside flavor packet
    • 1 cup sunflower seeds, salted
    • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
    • 2 tablespoon red wine vinegar *can use white vinegar if desired
    • ½ cup peanut oil *or oil of choosing

    Instructions
     

    • In a skillet, toast the almonds in the butter. Set aside.
    • Crush the Ramen noodles and combine with the cabbage, green onions, toasted almonds, and sunflower seeds.
    • In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, vinegar, oil, and seasoning packet from the Ramen noodles.
    • Pour dressing mixture over coleslaw before serving.
    • Keep coleslaw refrigerated until serving! Enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 454kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 10gFat: 41gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 476mgPotassium: 290mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 111IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 63mgIron: 2mg
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    1. Bev says

      August 03, 2022 at 12:11 pm

      What is the weight of the packages of shredded cabbage and ramen noodles?

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      • Kristin says

        August 04, 2022 at 11:09 am

        3 oz package of Ramen noodles and 14-16 oz shredded cabbage

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