Crunchy Coleslaw with Cayenne and Toasted Caraway S

Name: Crunchy Coleslaw with Cayenne and Toasted Caraway Seeds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: One 3-pound head of green cabbage, cored and finely shredded; One 2-pound head of red cabbage, cored and finely shredded; Kosher salt; 1 teaspoon caraway seeds; 1 teaspoon celery seeds; 1/2 cup water; 1 cup mayonnaise; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1/4 cup sugar; 1/2 small onion, minced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 3 tablespoons cider vinegar; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 large carrot, coarsely shredded; 1 large Granny Smith apple, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch matchsticks; 1/2 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley

Servings: persons

One 3-pound head of green cabbage, cored and finely shredded
One 2-pound head of red cabbage, cored and finely shredded
Kosher salt
1 teaspoon caraway seeds
1 teaspoon celery seeds
1/2 cup water
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 small onion, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 large carrot, coarsely shredded
1 large Granny Smith apple, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch matchsticks
1/2 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley

1
Put the shredded green and red cabbage in two large colanders and toss each with 1 teaspoon of salt.
2
Let drain in the sink for 2 hours.
3
Pat the cabbage dry.
4
In a small, dry skillet, toast the caraway and celery seeds over moderately high heat until fragrant, about 20 seconds.
5
Add the water and let cool.
6
In a blender, combine the mayonnaise, cream, sugar, onion, garlic, vinegar, lemon juice, cayenne and black pepper.
7
Pour in the caraway and celery seeds and their liquid; blend until the dressing is smooth.
8
In a large bowl, combine the green and red cabbages, carrot, apple and parsley; toss with the dressing.
9
Season with salt.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: One 3-pound head of green cabbage, cored and finely shredded, One 2-pound head of red cabbage, cored and finely shredded, Kosher salt, 1 teaspoon caraway seeds, and more.

Yes, Crunchy Coleslaw with Cayenne and Toasted Caraway Seeds falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Crunchy Coleslaw with Cayenne and Toasted Caraway Seeds

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Variations & substitutions

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