VIETNAMESE SLAW
Makes 8 servings (7 cups)
Active time: 20 min
Total time: 2 1/2 hr
INGREDIENTS:

1 1/2 pounds red cabbage, cored and finely shredded

1 cup cilantro leaves

1/4 cup chopped mint leaves

1/2 cup chopped basil leaves

1 bunch scallions, sliced

4 tablespoons fresh lime juice

1 tablespoon Asian fish sauce

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon sugar

1/2 cup vegetable oil

INSTRUCTIONS:

Combine cabbage, cilantro, mint, basil, and scallions in a bowl. Whisk together lime juice, fish sauce, salt, sugar, and oil. Toss cabbage with dressing, then chill, covered, at least 2 hours for slaw to soften.
COOKS’ NOTES:

Slaw can be made 8 hours ahead and chilled, covered.