In this video, we introduce a delicious coleslaw recipe that you can easily make at home.
The crunchy texture of cabbage and carrots, the creaminess of mayonnaise, and the refreshing acidity of lemon juice combine exquisitely, making it the perfect side dish for any meal.
The steps are very simple, and you don’t need any special tools. Just chop and mix the ingredients, and you can enjoy a professional taste. The spicy accent of black pepper will stimulate your appetite!
We’ll explain in detail from the preparation tips for cabbage and carrots to the storage method that allows the flavors to blend more. Please watch till the end.
**Coleslaw**
**Ingredients** for a recipe using 1/2 head of cabbage:
– Cabbage: 1/2 head (about 400g)
– Carrot: 1 piece (about 100g)
– Salt: 1 teaspoon (5g)
– Ham: 4 slices
– Corn: 100g
– Mayonnaise: 90g
– Sugar (or honey): 2 teaspoons
– Lemon juice (or vinegar): 1/2 tablespoon
– Black pepper: to taste
**Directions:**
1. Julienne the cabbage and carrot.
– Note: Divide the cabbage into easy-to-cut pieces before julienning. Peel the carrot, cut it into three equal parts, then julienne.
2. Add salt and knead, then leave for 15 minutes and squeeze out the moisture well.
3. Add drained corn, mayonnaise, sugar, lemon juice, and black pepper to (2) and mix well to finish!
– Note: If you let it sit for about an hour after making it, the flavors will meld together and become even more delicious!
– Note: Can be stored in the refrigerator for 3 days.
**Points:**
1. Salting and kneading the cabbage and carrot helps to remove excess water, preventing the coleslaw from becoming watery.
2. Black pepper adds a nice accent. Adding a bit more can create a spicy and addictive flavor.
3. Added sweetness with sugar and fresh acidity with lemon juice.
– Note: Using honey instead of sugar adds natural sweetness and richness, enhancing the flavor.
– Note: If you don’t have lemon juice, you can substitute it with vinegar.
**Additional Notes:**
1. The outer leaves of the cabbage can be dirty, so please wash them well before use. The core part was also used.
2. When cutting the carrot, placing it on a stable surface after cutting a thin slice can make it easier to cut.