Mother's Basic Coleslaw

I feel coleslaw is severely 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?

If you happen to love this crunchy coleslaw, you’ll love our Chinese Chicken Salad.

Why Our Recipe

The right 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 good aspect dish or topping for sandwiches. This can be 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 recommendations for substitutions and add-ins when you’re feeling adventurous.

Ingredient Notes

Cabbage: Pink and inexperienced cabbage are used for shade 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 just a little texture.

Variations

Spice it Up: On the lookout for just a little extra warmth? You’ll be able to simply add sliced (or diced) contemporary jalapeños to this coleslaw. You may also add a splash of scorching sauce, too.

Lighten it Up: Use plain Greek yogurt as an alternative of mayo when you’re searching for a lighter possibility that’s nonetheless deliciously creamy. Or, pass over 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 want freshly chopped cabbage, utilizing a bag of pre-shredded cabbage and carrots is a good time saver when you’re brief on time.

Serving Recommendations

Coleslaw is a good complement to many dishes. Listed here are a few of our go-to dishes that pair nicely with this tasty slaw!

Mains: Basic 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 subsequent 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!