Mustard Seed Cabbage Slaw

 Mustard Seed Cabbage Slaw

8 c. pre-sliced green cabbage

1 c. thinly sliced red onion

1 c. grated carrot

1/2 c. chopped fresh cilantro

2 T. canola oil

2 T. yellow mustard seeds

1 tsp. cumin seeds

1 large garlic clove, minced

1/4 c. apple cider vinegar

1 1/2 tsp. sugar

1 tsp. salt

3/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

Combine the cabbage, onion, carrot and cilantro in a large bowl.

Heat the oil in a small saucepan.  Add the mustard and cumin seeds; cook for 90 seconds or until the mustard seeds begin to pop.  Remove from the heat.  Stir in the garlic, let stand 2 minutes.  Add the vinegar, sugar, salt and pepper, stirring with a whisk.  Allow the mixture to cool then pour over the cabbage mixture.  Toss to coat.  Let stand at least 30 minutes before serving.

If you would like a spicier salad, add 1/2 jalapeño pepper finely chopped when you add the garlic.