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Best Recipe for Coleslaw

A good coleslaw can be a refreshing and tasty side dish or topping for sandwiches and burgers. Here are some tips and the best recipe for making a delicious coleslaw.

Tips to make the best coleslaw

Start with the right cabbage

The base of coleslaw is shredded cabbage, so it’s important to choose the right type. Green cabbage is the most common choice and has a crisp, crunchy texture. However, you can also use other cabbages commonly found in Australian supermarkets like red cabbage or for a slightly different flavour and color.

And, if you’re a fan of your local farmer’s markets, you can browse for even more unusual colours and textures!

Add some crunch

Why just stick to cabbage? You can add other crunchy vegetables to your coleslaw, such as diced bell peppers, carrots, or radishes. These will add texture and flavor to the dish.

Choose the right dressing

The dressing for coleslaw can be made with mayonnaise, sour cream, or a combination of both. You can also use plain yogurt or buttermilk for a lighter, tangier dressing. Whisk together your chosen base with some vinegar (such as white vinegar or apple cider vinegar), sugar, salt, and any desired seasonings.

Balance the flavours

Coleslaw should have a balance of sweet, sour, and savory flavors. In addition to the dressing, you can add sweetness with ingredients such as grated apple or sultanas (if you’re game).

And, for a sour note, try adding diced pickles or pickle juice. And for savoury flavor, you can add diced onions, chives, or a sprinkle of dill.

Chill before serving

Coleslaw is best when it has had a chance to chill in the refrigerator for a while, so that the flavors have a chance to meld together and the cabbage has a chance to soften slightly. If you’re in a hurry, you can also add a few ice cubes to the coleslaw to help it cool down faster.

Adjust the seasoning

Before serving, taste the coleslaw and adjust the seasoning as needed. You may want to add more vinegar or sugar to balance the flavors, or you may need to add more salt to bring out the flavors.

Best recipe for coleslaw to make at home

Ingredients

1 large head of green or red cabbage, finely shredded
1 large red onion, finely sliced
1 carrot, peeled and thickly grated
1/4 cup roughly chopped fresh parsley leaves
1 cup white sugar
1/2 cup salt
180 ml of mayonnaise
60 ml apple cider vinegar
30ml tablespoons dijon mustard
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons sugar

Steps to make your slaw

In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, carrot, and onion.
Make your dressing in a separate, by combining the mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard, black pepper, and sugar. And then mix with a whisk or fork.
Pour your dressing over your dry ingredients, mixing everything together until evenly coated.
Chill the coleslaw in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.
Adjust the seasoning as needed before serving.

And that’s it! Serve alongside other side dishes, beside your main, or even on a sandwich or burger.