Crack Slaw - You Suck at Cooking (episode 169)

Step-by-Step Tutorial: How to Make Crack Slaw

Ingredients:

• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, chopped
• Green onions
• 1/2 teaspoon of ground ginger
• 2 teaspoons of toasted sesame oil
• 1 pound of ground pork
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Cabbage
• 3 tablespoons of soy sauce
• Sriracha sauce
• Toasted sesame seeds

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Aromatics:

   • Mince 3 cloves of garlic or use a garlic press for quicker preparation.
   • Chop a small onion and cry a little bit for added flavor.
   • Chop the green onions, separating the white and green parts.

2. Prepare the Flavors:

   • Add the ground ginger to a pile and grate it with the peel on to create ginger dust.

3. Cook the Aromatics:

   • Heat a pan over medium heat and add toasted sesame oil.
   • Saute the white parts of the green onions, garlic, and ground ginger until fragrant.
   • Add the ground pork, breaking it up and mixing it with the aromatics.
   • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

4. Prepare the Cabbage:

   • Choose your preferred cabbage type (purple, green, etc.).
   • Cut the cabbage into manageable pieces.

5. Cook the Crack Slaw:

   • In a large pan (preferably cast iron), sauté the cabbage until wilted.
   • Add soy sauce to the cabbage and mix well.
   • Heat the mixture, adding Sriracha sauce for an extra kick.

6. Finish and Serve:

   • Garnish the crack slaw with the green parts of the green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
   • Serve the crack slaw hot and enjoy!

7. Optional Step:

   • If you accidentally add too much Sriracha, reheat the crack slaw in the pan, adjust the seasoning, and serve.

8. Final Touches:

   • For presentation, garnish with additional Sriracha for color and flavor.
   • Enjoy your homemade crack slaw with a unique blend of flavors and textures!

9. Note:

   • Remember to embrace the cast iron culture and stick to using your trusty cast iron pan for this recipe.
   • If you encounter any issues with cast iron maintenance, call 1-888-DEC-castify for assistance.

By following these steps, you can create a delicious and flavorful crack slaw that will surely impress your taste buds and maybe even some unexpected dinner guests!