Mustards Grill's curried slaw

Mustards Grill's curried slaw (Glenn Koenig / Los Angeles Times)

By Noelle Carter, Los Angeles Times Los Angeles Times

February 3, 2011
 


Dear SOS:

I recently dined at Mustards Grill in Napa. We had the most delicious crispy calamari with a curried slaw that was out of this world. I'm hoping you can get the recipe for the slaw. I would go there every day if I lived in the area.

Thanks,

Sarabeth Rothfeld

Woodland Hills

Dear Sarabeth: We loved the bright flavors and depth of flavor in this so-simple recipe. It works as a perfect side dish, whether you're hosting a formal dinner or having the gang over to watch a little football.

Mustards Grill's curried slaw

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Total time: 15 minutes

Servings: 4 to 8

Note: Adapted from a recipe in "Mustards Grill Napa Valley Cookbook" by Cindy Pawlcyn with Brigid Callinan. Indian curry paste can be found in many well-stocked supermarkets as well as specialty cooking stores.

Curry vinaigrette

2 tablespoons prepared Indian curry paste

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

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2 tablespoons lemon juice

2 tablespoons rice vinegar

1/4 teaspoon salt