Asian Ramen Noodle Broccoli Slaw

Asian Ramen Noodle Broccoli Slaw – This Asian inspired broccoli slaw is an amazing dish to make when you’re in the mood to shake things up a little.  You know what I mean, in those moments you realize that it’s time to refresh your side dish menu and take a break from serving the same ole combos.  It’s dressed with a sweet and tangy dressing that just gets better and better the longer it sits. To me, going the extra mile and taking time to toast the ramen noodles before tossing them with the broccoli slaw adds an incredible nuttiness and depth of flavor, and the crunch enhances the texture overall.

I think this dish is perfection when served alongside a grilled steak, BBQ chicken, ribs or pork with a baked potato or rice pilaf.  It’s also wonderful served with any Asian inspired entree.  I prefer to make the broccoli slaw several hours in advance of serving and then add the toasted ramen noodles just before placing the slaw into a serving bowl so they will maintain their texture.  Toss in a few salted peanuts and it’s time to chill.  I’m referring to both you and the broccoli slaw.  It’s an easy and colorful side dish that will add just the right twist to your side dish repertoire.

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Asian Ramen Noodle Broccoli Slaw

Servings 6

Author Melissa Sperka

Ingredients

• 1 3 oz package Ramen noodles (Any flavor)
• 1 {12 oz} package broccoli slaw
• 1/2 cup dry roasted peanuts chopped
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 4 green onion thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
• 1 Tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
• 1 tsp garlic salt
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Crush the ramen noodles, discard the flavor packet. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet and toast for 10-15 minutes until golden. Set aside to cool.
2. In a medium size mixing bowl, mix together the broccoli slaw, chopped peanuts, chopped cilantro and sliced green onion.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, sugar, rice wine vinegar, soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, garlic salt and garlic powder and black pepper. Whish for 1-2 minutes until the sugar has dissolved.
4. Pour over the broccoli slaw. Mix well.
5. Chill for at least 2 hours and toss with the ramen noodles just before serving.