Crunchy Slaw

What is it?

Shredded cabbage and other vegetables are tossed in a tangy, lightly sweet dressing, then served cold. Texture stays crisp rather than limp, so it sits somewhere between salad and garnish. At Oporto, it's part of the chicken-shop lineup alongside chips, burgers and wraps, and it fills the same role as coleslaw in other fast-food meals. Cool, crunchy and acidic, it's built to sit next to grilled chicken, chilli sauce and heavier sides without needing any cooking at all. If your tray is loaded with hot, saucy items, this is the cool counterpoint that cuts through everything else. It won't steal the show from the chicken, but it earns its spot on the tray by keeping things balanced.