Classic Creamy Coleslaw, a dish favored across the globe for its amalgamation of crunchy, tangy, and creamy elements, has stood the test of time in the chronicles of culinary excellence. Originating from the Dutch word "koolsalade," the salad demonstrates the versatility of cabbage—a humble, widely-available vegetable that becomes a canvas for various cultural takes on this beloved side dish.
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Classic Creamy Coleslaw
Coleslaw, sometimes referred to as slaw, has a rich history dating back to the ancient Romans who favored cabbage. Variants of the dish are found in cuisines as diverse as the Americas, Indonesia, and Korea. In the 18th century, the Dutch brought coleslaw to the New World, where it underwent further evolution with the addition of new ingredients such as carrots and mayonnaise.
Today, coleslaw has become a staple in American cuisine, often accompanying hearty barbecue meats, fried chicken, or sandwiches. It’s a nostalgic taste for many, reminding us of family picnics and summer gatherings.
Coleslaw is an excellent partner for a wide spectrum of dishes. Its creamy, crisp texture and refreshing bite serve as a complement to Barbecued Pork Tenderloins or even as a topping for Fish Tacos.
Ingredients
Serves: 8 Prep Time: 10 minutes
- 1 head red or green cabbage, finely shredded
- 2 large carrots, finely shredded
- 1 cup homemade mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoon grated onion
- 2 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon dry mustard
- sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
How to Make Classic Creamy Coleslaw
In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, onion, lemon juice and mustard. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Add the shredded cabbage and carrots to the bowl and mix everything together.
More Creative Side Dish Recipes
If you love creative side dishes as much as I do, then you'll want to add it to your meal plan regularly. Below are a few more family-favorite recipes to check out and bookmark for making soon.
- Creamy Garlic Mushrooms Recipe
- Paleo Mashed Potatoes Recipe
- Slow-Cooked Garlic Artichokes
- Grilled Paprika Brussels Sprouts
- Eggplant, Zucchini, and Tomato Bake
📖 Recipe
Classic Creamy Coleslaw
Ingredients
- 1 head red or green cabbage finely shredded
- 2 large carrots finely shredded
- 1 cup homemade mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoon grated onion
- 2 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon dry mustard
- sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, onion, lemon juice and mustard. Season to taste with salt and pepper.1 cup homemade mayonnaise, 2 tablespoon grated onion, 2 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon dry mustard, sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Add the shredded cabbage and carrots to the bowl and mix everything together.1 head red or green cabbage, 2 large carrots
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