What else can I add to coleslaw?

If you want more crunch and to up the nutrition, add more vegetables. Try adding more carrots, red onion, or some red, orange or green bell pepper. Make sure to slice them very thin. Also for another shortcut, any grocery store have packages of broccoli slaw. It is shaved stalks of broccoli super thin and would be an easy and delicious addition to the coleslaw.

Can I freeze coleslaw?

Coleslaw made with mayonnaise does not freeze well since the dairy will separate when frozen. If you make it without mayonnaise and use vinegar, you could freeze it in an airtight container for 3 months.

Why does my coleslaw have too much liquid?

If you added salt to the cabbage, that will draw out liquid. Make sure to drain well. Also don't add all the dressing at once. Start with half, chill the coleslaw and then check the flavor and moisture in the slaw. Add more dressing as you prefer. If it still has too much liquid in the coleslaw, you can drain it in a colander and then serve.

Easy Cajun Coleslaw ⋆

Description

This cajun coleslaw is fresh and crunchy with sweet and spicy flavors. It is so easy to make and is a unique and unexpected side dish to serve with dinner or to bring to a barbecue party.

Ingredients

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1 16 ounce package coleslaw cabbage mix * (7 1/2 cups)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar or white vinegar
1 small or 1/2 medium jalapeno pepper, seeds removed, finely minced*
2 tablespoons minced pickled jalapeno peppers
1 tablespoon pickling liquid from jar
2 tablespoons granulated sugar or sugar substitute
1 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 - 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

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Instructions

1. In a small bowl or measuring cup, stir together the dressing ingredients. Taste for flavoring. Add more spice, sugar or vinegar. Whisk them well until smooth.

2. Place the coleslaw cabbage mix into a large bowl and pour half of the dressing over it. Mix well. Cover with plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator for at least an hour.

3. Before serving, add more dressing and stir well. If you want it even creamier, you can stir in 2 tablespoons of milk or an extra tablespoon of mayo.

Notes

*The coleslaw package has both red and green shredded cabbage and carrots.

*Taste the dressing and add more sugar, mayo, vinegar or seasonings as you prefer. You can start with a half Jalapeno and always add more if you want the coleslaw to be spicier.

*Store leftover coleslaw in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If the coleslaw has too much liquid as it sits, drain off some before serving.

Keywords: coleslaw, summer salad, cabbage, bbq side dish