Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsTower CaféThai Basil Coleslaw Recipe

Thai Basil Coleslaw Recipe

Inspired by Tower Café
Time45m
Serves4

Make Thai Basil Coleslaw Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Method

Vegetable Preparation

  1. 1

    Shred the Cabbage

    Using a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer, shred the green cabbage into fine strips and place it in a large mixing bowl.

  2. 2

    Grate the Carrots

    Wash and peel the carrots. Grate them using a box grater or food processor, and add to the bowl with the cabbage.

  3. 3

    Slice the Bell Pepper

    Remove the seeds and stem from the red bell pepper. Thinly slice it and add it to the bowl.

  4. 4

    Chop the Green Onions and Herbs

    Chop the green onions, cilantro, and Thai basil finely, then add them to the bowl with the other vegetables.

Dressing Preparation

  1. 5

    Combine Dressing Ingredients

    In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, sesame oil, and chili flakes until well combined.

  2. 6

    Season to Taste

    Taste the dressing and add salt as needed to enhance the flavors.

Combine and Serve

  1. 7

    Mix Vegetables and Dressing

    Pour the dressing over the prepared vegetables in the mixing bowl. Toss everything together until the vegetables are well coated with the dressing.

  2. 8

    Chill and Serve

    Cover the coleslaw and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, then serve chilled or at room temperature.

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