This homemade coleslaw recipe has a country touch, but is full of fresh, crisp ingredients. A smooth, tangy, and sweet dressing is the crowning jewel. Perfect with pulled pork or fried chicken.
What is Coleslaw?
Coleslaw is a salad made from finely shredded cabbage with a salad dressing made from either mayonnaise or a vinaigrette. The word coleslaw comes from the dutch term koolsla meaning ‘cabbage salad’, also known as cole slaw or slaw. In America, we believe that coleslaw was invented shortly after mayonnaise was invented. But, internationally – most coleslaws do not contain mayonnaise, and the salad was invented by the Dutch in the 18th century. Regardless – this homemade coleslaw recipe is fantastic!
Also – be sure to try our other slaw recipes, like Blue Slaw, Citrus Slaw and Peanut Slaw.
What Do I Need To Make Homemade Coleslaw?
You’ll need:
- 1 head of cabbage (green or red – or mix them up)
- shredded carrots
- green apple
- cilantro
- mayonaise
- apple cider vinegar
- sugar
- salt
- paprika
How Do You Cut Cabbage For Coleslaw?
- Start by removing the loose out leaves from the head of cabbage.
- Cut head of cabbage in half.
- Locate the core of the cabbage. It will be hard and solid.
- Remove the core but cutting out a wedge shape from the head of cabbage.
- Lay flat side against your cutting board and cut straight down, in quarter inch sections.
- When the end of cabbage becomes too difficult to cut, rotate so that the largest flat side is against cutting board, and cut quarter inch sections the opposite way.
How Do I Make This Homemade Coleslaw Recipe?
- Once you have chopped all of your veggies – combine them in an extra large bowl.
- In a medium bowl, combine mayo, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, pepper, and paprika. Whisk until smooth.
- Pour dressing over chopped veggies and toss to coat.
- Serve chilled.
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Put this on a pulled pork sandwich for a match made in coleslaw heaven!
- 1/2 head green Cabbage (may use green or red or combo)
- 1/2 head red Cabbage
- 2 cups shredded Carrots
- 1 green apple diced
- cilantro for ganish
- 2 cups mayonaise
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Salt
- In a bowl whisk mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, paprika, and salt together.
Toss cabbage, carrots, and apple in a large bowl.
- Pour dressing over top and toss to combine.
Cover and chill for 30 minutes before serving.
Garnish with cilantro.
How Do You Cut Cabbage For Coleslaw?
- Start by removing the loose out leaves from the head of cabbage.
- Cut head of cabbage in half.
- Locate the core of the cabbage. It will be hard and solid.
- Remove the core but cutting out a wedge shape from the head of cabbage.
- Lay flat side against your cutting board and cut straight down, in quarter inch sections.
- When the end of cabbage becomes too difficult to cut, rotate so that the largest flat side is against cutting board, and cut quarter inch sections the opposite way.
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LOVE ANYTHING CRUNCHY AND CRISP- OHHH MY WORD THIS SALAD IS PERF