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COLESLAW RECIPE - 2 WAYS | classic coleslaw + vinegar coleslaw (no mayo coleslaw)

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Classic Coleslaw

Cultural Context

Coleslaw is a popular American side dish often served at barbecues, picnics, and potlucks. It is known for its crunchy texture and creamy dressing, making it a refreshing complement to rich and hearty dishes. Variations exist worldwide, with different dressings and additional ingredients, reflecting local tastes and traditions.

AmericanUSside
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 medium green cabbage
2 cups carrots, shredded
1 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: store-brand mayonnaise

Greek yogurt is lower in calories and adds protein.

apple cider vinegar

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Lemon juice is a fresh alternative and white vinegar is often cheaper.

1

Wash and remove the outer leaves of the cabbage.

2

Slice off the stem and cut the cabbage in half, then into quarters.

3

Remove the core by cutting diagonally across the bottom of each quarter.

4

Slice the cabbage into thin slices, then cut across to make shorter pieces.

5

Grate three carrots and add them to a large mixing bowl with the sliced cabbage.

6

In a separate bowl, mix 1 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 teaspoon celery seed, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper until creamy.

7

Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrots mixture and mix well.

8

Transfer to a serving bowl or refrigerate for later use.

9

For the vinegar-based coleslaw, slice one whole cabbage and add to a mixing bowl.

10

Grate one large carrot and add to the mixing bowl along with sliced onion.

11

In a separate bowl, mix 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 teaspoon celery seed, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 tablespoon Dijon mustard.

12

Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and stir to combine.

Cooking Techniques

mixing

Equipment Needed

large bowlmixing spoonknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-freenut-free

Allergens

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Also Known As

ColeslawCabbage Salad

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