Mother's Traditional Coleslaw

I feel coleslaw is critically underrated! This tasty slaw is a aspect dish staple in our home. It’s the right complement to any summer season barbecue or grilled meat dish. Who doesn’t love the freshness, excellent crunch, and tang from this traditional aspect?

When you love this crunchy coleslaw, you’ll love our Chinese Chicken Salad.

Why Our Recipe

The proper coleslaw with a creamy sauce that has just a little tang.
Made with shredded purple and inexperienced cabbage and just a little carrot and onion.
Simple to throw along with a fast prep time of quarter-hour!

Coleslaw is ridiculously simple to make and is a superb aspect 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 principally tailor it to the meals it’s going with. We’ve included some strategies for substitutions and add-ins if you happen to’re feeling adventurous.

Ingredient Notes

Cabbage: Pink and inexperienced cabbage are used for coloration and variation. Thinly slice.
Shredded Carrots: For a candy, earthy style.
White Onion: Thinly slice for added texture and taste. You too can 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 as an alternative in the identical quantity.
Dijon Mustard: Provides depth and a bit of warmth. Use complete grain mustard for just a little texture.

Variations

Spice it Up: In search of just a little extra warmth? You may simply add sliced (or diced) contemporary jalapeños to this coleslaw. You too can add a splash of scorching sauce, too.

Lighten it Up: Use plain Greek yogurt as an alternative of mayo if you happen to’re in search of a lighter possibility that’s nonetheless deliciously creamy. Or, omit the creamy sauce fully 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 favor freshly chopped cabbage, utilizing a bag of pre-shredded cabbage and carrots is a superb time saver if you happen to’re quick on time.

Serving Ideas

Coleslaw is a superb complement to many dishes. Listed below are a few of our go-to dishes that pair effectively with this tasty slaw!

Mains: Traditional pairings embrace fried chicken, some country-style ribs, or BBQ chicken.

Tacos: Make this recipe, after which use the leftovers to make fish tacos the following day. This coleslaw goes completely with fish tacos and even shrimp tacos!

Wraps: Add just a little crunch and just a little tang to a hen wrap. Seize a tortilla, coleslaw, and a few chicken, 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!