DRESSING:

1/3 c. rice vinegar
1/4 c. natural peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
3 tbsp. brown sugar
1 tbsp. soy sauce
1 tsp. sesame oil

SALAD:

7-8 c. cabbage
Red pepper flakes
1/2 c. dry roasted unsalted peanuts, coarsely chopped

Place the dressing ingredients in a blender and process them on low until they are well mixed.

About 1 hour before serving, place the dressing in a large bowl and add the cabbage, 2 cups at a time, tossing the ingredients after each addition. Then stir in the pepper flakes, if you are using them. Cover bowl and chill salad, then add peanuts and toss salad.