ingredients
[{"amount":"2","unit":"cup","name":"green cabbage, shredded thin"},{"amount":"1\/2","unit":"cup","name":"purple cabbage, shredded (optional \u2014 color)"},{"amount":"1","unit":"","name":"carrot, shredded (optional)"},{"amount":"3","unit":"tbsp","name":"lime juice (or lemon)"},{"amount":"1","unit":"tbsp","name":"apple cider vinegar"},{"amount":"1","unit":"tsp","name":"honey"},{"amount":"1\/4","unit":"tsp","name":"salt"},{"amount":"1","unit":"pinch","name":"black pepper"},{"amount":"2-3","unit":"tbsp","name":"Hot Pepper Crema (ID 8) \u2014 optional, for creamy version"}]
steps
[{"text":"Shred cabbage thin. Add carrot if using."},{"text":"Whisk together lime juice, vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper."},{"text":"Toss cabbage in dressing. Taste \u2014 adjust lime for tang, honey for sweetness, salt as needed."},{"text":"For creamy version: fold in 2-3 tbsp Hot Pepper Crema instead of or in addition to dressing."},{"text":"Rest 10-15 min before serving \u2014 cabbage softens slightly and absorbs flavor."}]