Hairy Bikers Coleslaw Recipe
Love crunchy, creamy coleslaw? This Hairy Bikers Coleslaw Recipe makes perfect BBQ side dish.
Ingredients
- 1/2 white cabbage finely shredded.
- 1/2 red cabbage finely shredded.
- 2 large carrots grated.
- 1 small red onion thinly sliced.
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise.
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar.
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard.
- 2 tsp sugar.
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice.
- Salt and black pepper to taste.
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley optional.
Instructions
Shred the Cabbage
- Cut cabbages in half. Remove core. Shred finely with knife or mandoline. Thin slices best.
Grate the Carrots
- Peel carrots. Grate coarsely using box grater. Adds sweet crunch.
Slice the Onion
- Peel red onion. Slice paper thin. Soaks up dressing flavor.
Combine Vegetables
- Toss cabbage, carrots, onion in large bowl. Mix well together.
Make Dressing Base
- Whisk mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard, sugar in small bowl. Smooth and creamy.
Add Lemon Juice
- Stir in fresh lemon juice. Brightens all flavors perfectly.
Season Dressing
- Add salt, pepper to taste. Whisk until sugar dissolves completely.
Coat the Slaw
- Pour dressing over vegetables. Toss thoroughly to coat every piece.
Check Seasoning
- Taste and adjust. More salt or vinegar if needed.
Chill for Flavors
- Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes minimum. Flavors marry beautifully.
Toss Before Serving
- Give final mix. Serve chilled in pretty bowl.
Garnish Fresh
- Sprinkle chopped parsley on top. Color and freshness boost.
Notes
- Shred cabbage thin for best texture.
- Make dressing ahead, lasts 1 week fridge.
- Soak onion in ice water 10 mins, less bite.
- Greek yogurt swap half mayo, lighter version.
- Add apple slices for sweet crunch.
- Spicy: pinch cayenne in dressing.
- Asian twist: sesame oil, ginger, soy sauce.
- Creamy: extra mayo or sour cream dollop.