Classic All-American Cole Slaw
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This is a classic, creamy, and sweet American-style coleslaw. The key technique involves pre-treating the vegetables with salt and sugar to draw out excess moisture, which results in a crunchy slaw that stays creamy and doesn't become watery. It's the perfect side dish for any picnic or barbecue.
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🍳 Cooking Flow
Thinly slice cabbage and onion, and grate carrot. → Toss vegetables with a generous amount of salt and sugar and let sit for at least 5 minutes to draw out moisture. → Rinse the vegetables thoroughly, then dry them completely using a salad spinner. → Whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, sugar, pepper, and fresh herbs to make the dressing. → Combine the dried vegetables with the dressing, toss well, adjust seasoning, and serve.
Cooking Steps
Brief Cooking Order
Thinly slice cabbage and onion, and grate carrot. → Toss vegetables with a generous amount of salt and sugar and let sit for at least 5 minutes to draw out moisture. → Rinse the vegetables thoroughly, then dry them completely using a salad spinner. → Whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, sugar, pepper, and fresh herbs to make the dressing. → Combine the dried vegetables with the dressing, toss well, adjust seasoning, and serve.
Introduction
This is a classic, creamy, and sweet American-style coleslaw. The key technique involves pre-treating the vegetables with salt and sugar to draw out excess moisture, which results in a crunchy slaw that stays creamy and doesn't become watery. It's the perfect side dish for any picnic or barbecue.
Step 1
Thinly slice the green cabbage and red onion. A mandoline slicer is recommended for speed and consistency, but be very careful with your fingers. Alternatively, slice thinly by hand.
Step 2
Peel the carrot and grate it using the large holes of a box grater. Add the shredded cabbage, onion, and carrot to a large bowl.
Step 3
Add a generous amount of sugar (approx. 3/8 cup) and salt (approx. 2 tbsp) to the vegetables. Toss thoroughly with your hands to coat everything evenly.
Step 4
Let the vegetable mixture sit for at least 5 minutes. The salt and sugar will draw out excess water from the vegetables through osmosis, which is key to preventing a watery coleslaw.
Step 5
While the vegetables sit, prepare the dressing. In a separate bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, a generous amount of black pepper, and a small amount of sugar.
Ingredients List
Important Notes
Pre-salting and sugaring the vegetables is the most crucial step to prevent a soupy coleslaw. This process, called osmosis, pulls water out of the vegetable cells.
Rinsing the vegetables after salting is essential to remove the excess saltiness and sweetness.
Using a salad spinner to dry the vegetables is highly effective and ensures the creamy dressing will cling properly without being diluted.
Don't be afraid to season the dressing aggressively. Once mixed with the vegetables, the flavors will mellow out.
Mixing the final slaw with your hands is a great way to ensure every piece is evenly coated with dressing.
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