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Homemade Coleslaw

By Jenna & Nathan. Updated on
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crunchy coleslaw mixed up

This tangy Coleslaw was actually created by my hubby back while he was in flight school and I was pregnant with the twins. I was craving BBQ everything basically daily and was never a huge fan of the coleslaw that you can pick up at any local market. My sweet husband would make me BBQ at least once a week and he LOVES topping pulled pork sandwiches with coleslaw.

So he went on a mission to make something that I would love just as much as he did. And I must say, the guy nailed it. This coleslaw has a very pleasant tang, a little sweetness, and a subtle crunch as well, not at all mushy or soggy. We’ve tweaked it a little over the past decade making it just that little bit better every time. I hope that you too try our homemade coleslaw alongside your next BBQ or picnic.

crunch coleslaw ingredients

Ingredients:

  • 3/4 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Mustard
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
  • 6 Tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 4 Tbsp Butter Milk
  • 2 tsp Celery Salt
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne
  • 4 cups shredded Green Cabbage (about 1/2 a head)
  • 4 cups Shredded Red Cabbage (about 1/2 a head)
  • 1 Yellow Onion, sliced thin
  • 2 Tbsp Dried Parsley
crunchy coleslaw mixed up

Directions:

Prepare all of the vegetables and set aside. Next take all the seasonings, mayonnaise, buttermilk, mustard, apple cider vinegar and mix thoroughly. In a large bowl mix the cabbage and onions with the sauce and coat evenly. Chill for at least 1 hour to allow it to fully marinate. You can prepare the night before and leave in the refrigerator. Store left overs in an air tight container up to a week.

ready to eat

We love to pair this next to our Sweet Wisconsin Pasta Salad, Southern BBQ Beans, and Instant Pot Ribs.

ready to eat

Homemade Coleslaw

This crunchy coleslaw has a very pleasant tang to it with the perfect crunch. Perfect for a yummy side or topping on pulled pork BBQ sandwiches!
Author: Jenna & Nathan
Servings: 12 people
Prep Time: 15 minutes
refrigerator: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: quick and easy, side, vegetarian

Ingredients 

  • ¾ cup Mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup Mustard
  • ¼ cup Brown Sugar
  • 6 Tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 4 Tbsp Butter Milk
  • 2 tsp Celery Salt
  • ¼ tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • ¼ tsp Cayenne
  • 4 cups shredded Green Cabbage, about ½ a head
  • 4 cups shredded Red Cabbage, abour ½ a head
  • 1 large Yellow Onion, sliced thin
  • 2 Tbsp Dried Parsley

Instructions 

  • Prepare all of the vegetables and set aside. Next take all the seasonings, mayonnaise, buttermilk, mustard, apple cider vinegar and mix thoroughly. In a large bowl mix the cabbage and onions with the sauce and coat evenly. Chill for at least 1 hour to allow it to fully marinate. You can prepare the night before and leave in the refrigerator. Store left overs in an air tight container up to a week.