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A wooden bowl filled with coleslaw featuring shredded cabbage, carrots, red bell pepper, and green beans, mixed with a creamy dressing. A wooden spoon rests in the bowl while a sprig of parsley garnishes the top.

Sweet and Spicy Homemade Coleslaw Recipe for BBQ


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  • Author: Lisa
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Sweet and spicy homemade coleslaw recipe is the perfect side dish or topping for BBQ pork, pork tacos, or pork sliders! The perfect side dish for your next summer BBQ or potluck. No matter when you make it, this sweet and spicy slaw has just enough heat and tangy flavor to keep you coming back for more!


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 14 oz bag Tricolor Coleslaw Mix
  • 1/2 White Onion diced
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper diced
  • 2 Jalapenos diced with seeds removed
  • 3 Green Onions chopped
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp Yellow Mustard
  • 1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 4 tsp White Sugar
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne
  • 1/4 tsp Celery Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Cumin
  • 1/8 tsp Salt
  • 1/8 tsp Black Pepper

Instructions

  1. Dice the white onion, bell pepper, jalapenos, and onions. To speed up chopping I use this slicer.
  2. In a large bowl, add the coleslaw mix and all the diced veggies.
  3. Mix in the mayo, mustard, and apple cider vinegar until all the shredded cabbage and veggies are coated.
  4. Stir in the remaining sugar and spice mixture until combined.
  5. Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

The flavor in this coleslaw develops the longer it sits. For best results allow at least 30 minutes in the fridge before serving.

This is a mayo based slaw and should not be left out at room temperature for long periods.

I do not recommend freezing this recipe.

For a spicier slaw leave some of the jalapeno seeds in.

This recipe is gluten free depending on the type of vinegar and mustard you use. It is your responsibility to confirm the ingredients you use are indeed gluten free. 

  • Prep Time: 15
  • Chill: 30
  • Category: Sides
  • Method: No Cook
  • Cuisine: American