Shredded Beat, Jicama and Cabbage Slaw
1/2 head small red cabbage
1/2 head small Napa cabbage
2 small beets, shredded
1 large jicama, shredded
3 T currents, soaked
2 T black sesame seeds
1) Soak the currents in 1/2 C cold water and set aside. Currents should be soaked for at least 30 minutes and up to 6 hours.
2) Cut the cabbage half down the middle but keep the 2 parts together.
3) Slice the cabbage in very thin strips and place in a bowl and toss with 1/4 C of the dressing.
4) Drain the currents, reserving the liquid for the dressing and toss in with the
Let the cabbage and currents marinate for at least 30 minutes before adding other ingredients. The mixture can sit for up to 5 hours and then tossed with the other ingredients in before serving.
5) Shred the other vegetables on the mandolin and combine with cabbage.
6) Toss all of the ingredients well before serving.