If you’ve ever visited a Japanese izakaya, you might’ve tried their irresistible “shio kyabetsu” (salt cabbage)—a cold, salty cabbage salad that’s deceptively simple and seriously craveable. Our version adds a bold twist with Erry’thang Spicy Ginger Sauce, creating a flavor-packed, no-cook side dish you’ll want to eat straight from the bowl.
Perfect for pairing with grilled meats, rice bowls, or even as a snack on its own, this dish is light, refreshing, and only takes 5 minutes to whip up.
Ingredients:
- ½ head green cabbage, roughly chopped
- 1½ tbsp Erry’thang Sauce Spicy Ginger
- ½ tsp sea salt (or to taste)
- ½ tsp pepper (or to taste)
- 4 tsp roasted sesame seeds
- 3 cloves fresh minced garlic
- Optional: Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions:
- Rinse and roughly chop cabbage into bite-sized pieces. Pat dry with paper towels.
- In a large bowl, whisk together Spicy Ginger Sauce, sesame seeds, garlic, salt, pepper.
- Add cabbage to the bowl and toss well until evenly coated.
- Let it chill in the fridge for 5–10 minutes for best flavor (optional).
- Garnish with green onions if desired. Serve cold and enjoy!
Why We Love It:
It’s bold, crunchy, low calorie, and super refreshing. Plus, it’s an easy way to add a punch of Asian fusion flavor to any meal. One bite and you’ll see why it’s called yamitsuki—Japanese for “addictive.”