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Top view of Homemade Coleslaw in a white bowl showing vibrant purple cabbage, orange carrots, and a thick glossy white dressing with cracked black pepper.
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Homemade Coleslaw: The Ultimate Creamy and Crunchy Restaurant-Style Recipe

This Homemade Coleslaw features crisp green and purple cabbage ribbons and julienned carrots tossed in a glossy, thick mayonnaise dressing. Finished with cracked black pepper and fresh parsley for the perfect BBQ side dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 185
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Coleslaw Ingredients
  • 4 cups (450g) Green Cabbage finely shredded
  • 2 cups (150g) Purple Cabbage thinly sliced ribbons
  • 1 cup (120g) Carrots long thin julienned
  • 1 cup (240ml) Mayonnaise full-fat for gloss
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 2 tbsp (25g) Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 tsp (1g) Celery Seed
  • 1 tsp (2g) Cracked Black Pepper coarsely ground
  • 3 sprigs Fresh Parsley small sprigs for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Chef's Knife or Mandoline For fine shredding
  • 1 Julienne Peeler For carrot ribbons
  • 1 Large white ceramic bowl For mixing and serving

Method
 

Prepare Vegetables
  1. Finely shred the green cabbage and purple cabbage into thin ribbons using a knife or mandoline. Rinse the purple cabbage separately in cold water and pat dry.
  2. Peel and julienne the carrots into long, thin orange strands to match the cabbage ribbons.
Mix and Toss
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, and celery seed until thick and glossy.
  2. Pour the dressing over the vegetables in a large white ceramic bowl and toss until every strand is thoroughly coated.
  3. Dust the top with freshly cracked black pepper and garnish with small sprigs of fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 185kcalProtein: 1gFat: 14gFiber: 3g

Notes

For the best flavor, let the coleslaw chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
If the dressing seems too thick, whisk in a teaspoon of milk to reach your desired consistency.
Keyword bbq side dish,Creamy Coleslaw,Homemade Coleslaw

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