Prep time: 45 minutes Serves 6
1 cup hijiki
3 cups carrots, grated
2 cups purple cabbage, grated
2 tablespoons ginger, grated
4 tablespoons umeboshi vinegar
3 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
Soak hijiki in water for 30 minutes, then drain and rinse. In a large bowl, combine carrots, cabbage, and ginger. Add hijiki, vinegar, and sesame oil. Mix well. Let sit for 15 minutes before serving so flavors blend.
