The classic coleslaw for all picnics, BBQs, and potlucks.
What Is Coleslaw?
The word entered our English language from the Dutch in New York in the late 1700s.
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Since then it has been a featured side dish at almost every picnic or barbecue in America.
Coleslaw Recipe Variations
We also often make this coleslaw recipe without mayonnaise.
Sometimes we dress it simply with seasoned rice vinegar.
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Sometimes we add some shredded green apple to the mix.
you might easily adjust these coleslaw ingredients to your taste.
Are you a coleslaw eater?
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If so, what’s your favorite way of preparing it?
Lay each wedge on its side and cut out its tough core.
But sometimes freshly dressed coleslaw can be too firm and not as flavorful.
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If, after tasting it, you think it needs more salt, add it right before serving.
About 2 hours before serving, toss and place back in the refrigerator.
Taste and season with salt, if needed, right before serving.
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Refrigerate leftovers for 3 to 5 days; it will become watery, but will still be enjoyable.
What Other Ingredients Work in Coleslaw?
you could add these other crispy fruits and vegetables to coleslaw.
Then lay a quarter wedge of cabbage on its side and cut out the core.
Add the dressing ingredients and gently mix so that all of the shredded cabbage is coated with the dressing.
Taste and add more salt and pepper if needed.
