Pink Coleslaw

Ingredients

• 1/2 head red cabbage (or ~1 head green cabbage)

• 1-2 large carrots, shredded

• 2 jalapeños, finely minced

• 2/3 cup sugar (for the veggies)

• 1/3 cup salt (for the veggies)

• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced

• 1 cup cilantro, coarsely chopped

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise

• 1/2 cup whole milk

• 3 fresh limes, juice only (about 1/3 cup)

• 1 tbsp sugar (for the dressing)

• 1 tsp salt (for the dressing)

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

Recipe

• Combine cabbage, carrot, and onion in large bowl. Sprinkle with sugar and salt, toss to combine

• Let stand 5 minutes, then rinse thoroughly under cold running water, then drain

• Add cilantro and jalapeños

• Whisk together dressing ingredients: mayonnaise, milk, lime juice, sugar, salt, and pepper

• Add dressing to slaw and toss well to coat

• Cover and chill at least one hour, overnight preferred

Notes

• Got the recipe from a neighbor in Oakland - it’s my favorite coleslaw I’ve ever had. Pretty spicy & flavorful, and generally lighter on mayo than most coleslaws.