In Your Face Chipotle Slaw Recipe

Name: In Your Face Chipotle Slaw
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups shredded white cabbage (can also use savoy); 3 cups shredded red cabbage; ½ cup shredded carrot; ½ cup cilantro leaf, chopped; 1 ounce dried chipotle chile, stems removed; 1 ounce ancho chili, stems removed (mulatto or chimayo chili can be substituted); ½ teaspoon achiote paste (or powder); 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 tablespoon white onion, diced; ⅓ cup tomato paste; ¼ teaspoon cinnamon; ¼ teaspoon ground cumin; 1 tablespoon mexican unrefined unbleached cane sugar, grated (known as piloncillo); ¼ cup red wine vinegar; 1 ½ teaspoons salt; ¼ cup olive oil

Servings: persons

3 cups shredded white cabbage (can also use savoy)
3 cups shredded red cabbage
½ cup shredded carrot
½ cup cilantro leaf, chopped
1 ounce dried chipotle chile, stems removed
1 ounce ancho chili, stems removed (mulatto or chimayo chili can be substituted)
½ teaspoon achiote paste (or powder)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon white onion, diced
⅓ cup tomato paste
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon mexican unrefined unbleached cane sugar, grated (known as piloncillo)
¼ cup red wine vinegar
1 ½ teaspoons salt
¼ cup olive oil

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NOTE: the original Sweet Chipotle Dressing is posted here on Recipezaar: Recipe #66933.
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I manipulated the recipe a bit and posted my own version.
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Soak the dried chili peppers until softened.
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Combine the chilis with the remaining dressing ingredients and blend well.
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In large, non-reactive bowl combine both cabbage varieties and the 3/4 cup of the prepared chipotle dressing.
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Toss well.
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Garnish with cilantro sprigs.
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Refrigerate at least 1 hour.
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Keep chilled until served.

179

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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.

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

My Personal Notes

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

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups shredded white cabbage (can also use savoy), 3 cups shredded red cabbage, ½ cup shredded carrot, ½ cup cilantro leaf, chopped, and more.

Yes, In Your Face Chipotle Slaw 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

In Your Face Chipotle Slaw

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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