I believe coleslaw is severely underrated! This tasty slaw is a facet dish staple in our home. It’s the proper complement to any summer season barbecue or grilled meat dish. Who doesn’t love the freshness, good crunch, and tang from this traditional facet?
Should you love this crunchy coleslaw, you’ll love our Chinese language Hen Salad.
Why Our Recipe
- The right coleslaw with a creamy sauce that has somewhat tang.
- Made with shredded purple and inexperienced cabbage and somewhat carrot and onion.
- Straightforward to throw along with a fast prep time of quarter-hour!
Coleslaw is ridiculously simple to make and is a good facet dish or topping for sandwiches. It is a recipe that may simply be modified up to fit your personal private style preferences. It may be sweeter or saltier, and you may mainly tailor it to the meals it’s going with. We’ve included some ideas for substitutions and add-ins should you’re feeling adventurous.
Ingredient Notes
- Cabbage: Pink and inexperienced cabbage are used for colour and variation. Thinly slice.
- Shredded Carrots: For a candy, earthy style.
- White Onion: Thinly slice for added texture and taste. You may also substitute with a candy onion.
- Mayonnaise: Substitute with plain Greek yogurt, low-fat mayo, or Miracle Whip.
- Pink Wine Vinegar: White wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar can be utilized instead in the identical quantity.
- Dijon Mustard: Provides depth and a bit of warmth. Use complete grain mustard for somewhat texture.
Variations
Spice it Up: In search of somewhat extra warmth? You’ll be able to simply add sliced (or diced) contemporary jalapeños to this coleslaw. You may also add a touch of sizzling sauce, too.
Lighten it Up: Use plain Greek yogurt as an alternative of mayo should you’re on the lookout for a lighter possibility that’s nonetheless deliciously creamy. Or, omit the creamy sauce utterly and add 2 tablespoons of additional virgin olive oil for a French dressing coleslaw.
Combine-Ins: Some nice additions to any coleslaw are inexperienced onion, cilantro, or your favourite nuts or seeds (we love pumpkin and sunflower seeds).
Time-Saving Hack: Whereas we want freshly chopped cabbage, utilizing a bag of pre-shredded cabbage and carrots is a good time saver should you’re quick on time.
Serving Recommendations
Coleslaw is a good complement to many dishes. Listed below are a few of our go-to dishes that pair effectively with this tasty slaw!
Mains: Basic pairings embody fried hen, some country-style ribs, or BBQ hen.
Tacos: Make this recipe, after which use the leftovers to make fish tacos the subsequent day. This coleslaw goes completely with fish tacos and even shrimp tacos!
Wraps: Add somewhat crunch and somewhat tang to a hen wrap. Seize a tortilla, coleslaw, and a few hen, and also you’re good to go—no want so as to add dressing!
Sandwiches: Prime your sandwiches, sliders, and even burgers with this tasty coleslaw. We particularly love a pulled pork sandwich with coleslaw. A traditional combo!
Storage Directions
Refrigerate leftovers in an hermetic container for as much as 3 days.
