Crack Slaw: Polish Cabbage That Slaps
Crispy shredded cabbage tossed with a tangy vinegar-caraway dressing and a pinch of sugar. This is the Polish surówka — crunchy, bright, and ready in 10 minutes.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 108
- Protein
- 1g

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Ingredients
- ½ head Green cabbage, thinly shredded
- 1 medium Carrot, grated or julienned
- 3 tbsp White vinegar
- 1 tbsp Granulated sugar
- ½ tsp Caraway seeds
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
Instructions
- 1
Toss shredded cabbage and carrot into a large bowl.
- 2
Whisk vinegar, sugar, caraway seeds, and olive oil in a separate small bowl until sugar dissolves.
- 3
Pour dressing over cabbage and toss until every strand is coated, about 1 minute.
- 4
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve immediately or chill up to 1 hour.
Tools you’ll need
- Large mixing bowl
- Small bowl
- Whisk
- Box grater or vegetable slicer
- Cutting board
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