The Ultimate Summer BBQ Side Dish!
This Crunchy Oriental Coleslaw is packed with crunchy ramen noodles, mandarin oranges, toasted almonds, sunflower seeds and a tangy Asian-inspired dressing. Perfect for cookouts, potlucks, and summer BBQs!
When it comes to summer cookouts, there are two things you need: something crunchy and something cool. This Crunchy Oriental Coleslaw delivers both in every delicious bite. It’s a tangy, sweet, and savory slaw made with crunchy ramen noodles, mandarin oranges, toasted almonds, and a zesty dressing that will have everyone asking for the recipe.
Whether you’re hosting a backyard BBQ, heading to a picnic, or just looking for a light, refreshing side dish, this coleslaw is a winner. And the best part? It’s super easy to make ahead and keeps well in the fridge, so you can spend more time enjoying the party and less time in the kitchen.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Perfect for Summer: Cool, crunchy, and full of flavor, it’s the ideal side dish for hot days.
- Make-Ahead Friendly: The flavors only get better after a few hours in the fridge.
- Crowd-Pleaser: Sweet, tangy, and crunchy — there’s something for everyone to love.
What You’ll Need:
- Coleslaw Mix: Fresh cabbage and carrots for a crunchy base.
- Ramen Noodles: Adds that signature crunch.
- Mandarin oranges or pineapple for a touch of sweet and a tropical twist
- Almonds & Sunflower Seeds: Toasted for extra flavor and texture.
- Dressing: A simple mix of oil, vinegar, soy sauce, and sesame oil for that Asian-inspired flavor.
How to Make It:
- Prepare the Dressing: Whisk all dressing ingredients until smooth and chill.
Mix the Slaw: Combine coleslaw mix, onions, almonds, sunflower seeds, and crushed ramen.
- Dress & Chill: Pour dressing over the slaw and toss to coat. Chill for at least an hour for best flavor.
- Serve & Enjoy: Toss again before serving to evenly distribute the dressing.
Serving Suggestions:
- Pair it with grilled chicken, pulled pork, or BBQ ribs.
- Serve it as a crunchy topping for fish tacos.
- Enjoy it as a light lunch with a side of fresh fruit.
Storage:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Ramen noodles may lose some crunch, so add a handful of fresh crushed noodles before serving.
I hope you enjoy this crunchy, crowd-pleasing coleslaw as much as my family and I do—it’s the perfect sidekick to all your summer cookouts. Until next time, happy grilling and y’all come back soon for more Southern recipes from my kitchen to yours.
Aletia
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Crunchy Oriental Coleslaw
Prep Time: 10 minutes- Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 8 to 10 servings
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This Crunchy Oriental Coleslaw is packed with crunchy ramen noodles, mandarin oranges, toasted almonds, and a tangy Asian-inspired dressing. Perfect for cookouts, potlucks, and summer BBQs!
Ingredients
- 1 (16 oz) bag of coleslaw mix (or shredded green and purple cabbage + shredded carrots)
- 1/2 cup sliced green onions
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
- 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
- 1 package of ramen noodles, uncooked (crushed)
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds (optional)
- 1 (8-ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
Dressing:
- 1/2 cup olive oil or vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Dressing: In a jar or bowl, whisk together olive oil, rice vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic powder, and ground ginger. Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Mix Coleslaw: In a large bowl, combine coleslaw mix, green onions, almonds, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, crushed ramen noodles and mandarin oranges.
- Combine: Pour the dressing over the coleslaw mix and toss until well coated.
- Chill & Serve: Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld. Toss again before serving.
Tip:
- For extra crunch, add the ramen noodles just before serving.
Notes
Serving Suggestions:
- Pair it with grilled chicken, pulled pork, or BBQ ribs.
- Serve it as a crunchy topping for fish tacos.
- Enjoy it as a light lunch with a side of fresh fruit.
Storage:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Ramen noodles may lose some crunch, so add a handful of fresh crushed noodles before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3/4 cup
- Calories: 355
- Sugar: 12.2 g
- Fat: 26.8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.9 g
- Carbohydrates: 25.9 g
- Protein: 5.8
