Classic Texas-Style Coleslaw with a Spicy Dressing Recipe

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Classic Texas-Style Coleslaw with a Spicy Dressing Recipe

Want the best coleslaw to accompany your next pork sandwich or Texas BBQ feast? This Classic Texas-Style Coleslaw with a Spicy Dressing is the perfect side dish. With its tangy flavors and creamy coleslaw texture, it offers a bold twist on traditional southern coleslaw. Whether you're preparing an easy dinner idea or hosting a backyard barbecue, this dish is guaranteed to have your guests reaching for a second helping.

Course Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine American, BBQ

Keyword coleslaw

Prep Time 20

Resting time 1

Total Time 1 20

Servings servings

Calories 226kcal

Cost $8

Ingredients

Coleslaw Mixture

1 head cabbage finely shredded
1 carrot grated
3 green onions thinly sliced
⅓ cup fresh cilantro chopped

Spicy Dressing

¾ cup mayonnaise
⅓ cup buttermilk
⅓ cup whole milk
2 ounces lime juice fresh
2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or white vinegar
⅓ cup granulated sugar
¾ teaspoon celery seeds
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
¾ teaspoon black pepper
1 ½ tablespoon horseradish

Instructions

Using a food processor, finely shred the green cabbage and carrot. Combine them together in a large bowl along with the green onions and fresh cilantro. Set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, buttermilk, whole milk, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, celery seeds, ground cumin, salt, black pepper and horseradish. This creamy dressing packs just the right amount of spicy flavor while maintaining the classic coleslaw texture.
Pour the dressing over the coleslaw mixture in the large bowl. Use a large wooden spoon to gently toss everything together until well coated. For best results, let it chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour or, better yet, the next day to allow the flavors to meld perfectly.

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