Carolina Vinegar Slaw
Tangy, crisp slaw with the distinctive vinegar-forward profile of Carolina barbecue. Perfect as a side or nestled into a sandwich for bright, spicy contrast.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 78
- Protein
- 2g
Ingredients
- 1 small head (about 1 lb) green cabbage, cored and thinly shredded
- ½ small head red cabbage, cored and thinly shredded
- ¾ cup apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tbsp sugar
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Slice green and red cabbage as thin as possible using a sharp knife or mandoline. Transfer to a large bowl.
- 2
Whisk together vinegar, water, sugar, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- 3
Pour dressing over cabbage and toss vigorously until cabbage is evenly coated and starts to soften.
- 4
Let slaw sit for 10 minutes, tossing once halfway through. Taste and adjust vinegar or salt as needed.
- 5
Serve cold or at room temperature. Slaw keeps for up to 5 days in the refrigerator.
Tools you’ll need
- sharp knife or mandoline
- large mixing bowl
- small mixing bowl
- whisk
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