Spicy Cabbage Salad With Shrimp & Pecans Recipe

"The original recipe is by Tyler Florence, I'm sharing it here with a few changes and additions I made, it's so good!"

Step by Step Method

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the cabbage, carrots, apples, onion, pecans, cooked shrimp and avocado, NOTE if your serving it right away then add in avocado and apples, if not add them in just before you serve the salad.

Step 2

In a small bowl, stir together the mustard, sugar, mayonnaise, garlic powder, ground chipotle, and lemon juice until blended. Season with salt and pepper. Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss well to coat. Taste again for seasoning.

Step 3

Serve.

Editorial Notes

The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.

Tips for selecting ingredients

For best results, use freshly cooked shrimp for this recipe.
Make sure to use ripe avocados for this recipe, as they will provide a creamy texture to the salad.

Ingredient substitutions

Instead of walnuts, use almonds. The benefit of this substitution is that almonds are a milder nut, allowing the other flavors of the salad to stand out more.
Instead of shrimp, use chicken. The benefit of this substitution is that chicken is a more versatile and widely available protein, making the salad more accessible to a larger audience.

Variations

Mexican-Style Spicy Cabbage Salad With Shrimp & Pecans Replace the apples and avocado with 1/2 cup of canned black beans, 1/2 cup canned corn, and 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper. Replace the walnuts with 1/2 cup of toasted pumpkin seeds. Replace the mayonnaise with sour cream. Replace the lemon juice with lime juice. Add 1/4 teaspoon of ground cumin to the dressing.

Serve with

Roasted Potatoes with Rosemary: Roasted potatoes with rosemary are a perfect side dish to pair with this spicy cabbage salad. The potatoes provide a nice contrast to the spicy flavors in the salad, while the rosemary adds a nice herbal flavor. It's a simple dish that takes minimal effort to prepare and pairs well with the complex flavors of the salad.

Grilled Asparagus with Lemon: Grilled asparagus with lemon is a great accompaniment to the spicy cabbage salad. The asparagus brings a nice crunchy texture to the salad, while the lemon adds a bright, acidic flavor that cuts through the spiciness of the dish. Grilled asparagus is also easy to make and pairs well with the flavors of the salad.

FAQ

Q: Can I use a different type of shrimp?

A: Yes, you can use a different type of shrimp for this recipe. Just make sure it is cooked before adding it to the salad.

Q: Can I use a different type of dressing?

A: Yes, you can use a different type of dressing for this recipe. Just make sure it complements the flavors in the salad.

Fun facts:

Fun Fact 1: Tyler Florence, the original creator of this recipe, is a celebrity chef and television personality who has been featured on several shows, including The Great Food Truck Race and The Food Network Star.

Fun Fact 2: Cabbage has been used in cooking since ancient times and was a popular vegetable in Roman cuisine. The Romans believed that cabbage had medicinal properties and could help with headaches and digestive problems.