Mother's Basic Coleslaw

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

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

Why Our Recipe

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

Coleslaw is ridiculously straightforward 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’ll principally 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: Purple 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. It’s also possible to substitute with a candy onion.
Mayonnaise: Substitute with plain Greek yogurt, low-fat mayo, or Miracle Whip.
Purple 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 entire grain mustard for a bit texture.

Variations

Spice it Up: In search of a bit extra warmth? You may simply add sliced (or diced) contemporary jalapeños to this coleslaw. It’s also possible to add a splash of scorching 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, miss 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 desire freshly chopped cabbage, utilizing a bag of pre-shredded cabbage and carrots is a good time saver should you’re brief on time.

Serving Options

Coleslaw is a good complement to many dishes. Listed here are a few of our go-to dishes that pair properly 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 a bit crunch and a bit tang to a rooster wrap. Seize a tortilla, coleslaw, and a few chicken, and also you’re good to go—no want so as to add dressing!

Sandwiches: High your sandwiches, sliders, and even burgers with this tasty coleslaw. We particularly love a pulled pork sandwich with coleslaw. A traditional combo!