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Barbecue side dish I serve all the time Firecracker Coleslaw

Barbecue side dish I serve all the time Firecracker Coleslaw

Firecracker Coleslaw (Spicy Asian-Style Coleslaw)

Ingredients

For the Coleslaw:

  • Napa cabbage
  • Regular green cabbage
  • Bean sprouts
  • Pre-shredded carrots
  • Purple cabbage
  • Pea pods (optional, julienned)
  • Fresh mint (for the dressing and garnish)
  • Fresh cilantro/coriander (for garnish)

For the Dressing:

  • Powdered sugar (4-5 tablespoons)
  • Rice wine vinegar
  • Celery salt (1/2 teaspoon)
  • Sriracha (to taste)
  • Vegan mayonnaise (about a coffee cup full)
  • Sesame oil (2 tablespoons)
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Black pepper (to taste)
  • Lime (a squeeze)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dressing:

    • In a large bowl, add the powdered sugar.
    • Gradually add rice wine vinegar to the sugar, mixing until the sugar dissolves.
    • Add the celery salt, sriracha, vegan mayonnaise, and sesame oil to the mixture.
    • Whisk until creamy and well combined.
    • Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
    • Add a squeeze of lime for extra freshness.
    • Stir in chopped fresh mint.
  2. Combine Coleslaw Ingredients:

    • In the same bowl with the dressing, add the napa cabbage, pea pods (if using).
    • Mix well to coat.
    • Add the shredded carrots, bean sprouts, green cabbage, and purple cabbage.
    • Mix everything thoroughly until all the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
  3. Chill and Serve:

    • Let the coleslaw sit for at least 30 minutes to an hour before serving. This allows the flavors to meld and the vegetables to wilt slightly.
    • Transfer the coleslaw to a serving bowl.
    • Garnish with fresh cilantro/coriander and extra sriracha for a pop of color and spice.

Video Description

Fire cracker coleslaw! Get ready to ignite your next cookout with this wicked spicy, Asian-style coleslaw that will bring a bang to your weekend barbecues! And if you're not in the US and celebrating this weekend...make this amazing coleslaw anyway because it's frickin' delicious.

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