Place the macadamias in a frying pan over medium heat and dry roast for a few minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are lightly colored on all sides.
Add the butter. When it has melted, add the sugar, salt and chili flakes. Use wooden spoon and coat the nuts in the sugar as it caramelizes. Watch carefully, as it will only take 1 to 2 minutes and sugar can burn quickly, Turn out onto a sheet of parchment paper, Cool the nuts, then roughly chop them.
To make the dressing - places all the ingredient in a bowl and whisk.
Place the shredded cabbages in a large mixing bowl with the rest of the salad ingredients, including the nuts.
Add the dressing and toss together.
Taste and add more salt and pepper if needed
Recipe by Ordinary Vegan at https://ordinaryvegan.net/sweetwinterslaw/