The Best Coleslaw Recipe for Pulled Pork and Chicken BBQ
Coleslaw for Pulled Pork and Chicken is crisp, tangy, and made to pair with smoky barbecue. Shredded cabbage and carrots are tossed in an apple cider vinegar dressing with just a little mayo, giving the slaw plenty of flavor without making it heavy. It’s quick to prepare and adds a cold, crunchy bite that works especially well piled onto pulled pork sandwiches or served with BBQ chicken.
Servings: 6
Calories: 75kcal
Equipment
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Grater (for the onion)
Ingredients
- 14 ounces coleslaw mix shredded cabbage and carrots
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon BBQ sauce preferably with a smoky flavor
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons grated onion
- 1 teaspoon celery seed
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- 1 to 2 dashes hot sauce optional, for a bit of heat
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, BBQ sauce, Dijon mustard, sugar, grated onion, celery seed, smoked paprika, kosher salt, and cracked black pepper until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is well combined.
- Add the coleslaw mix to the bowl and toss to coat the vegetables evenly with the dressing.
- Fold in the chopped parsley or cilantro. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
Storage Store coleslaw for pulled pork in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freeze This dish is not freezer-friendly.
Reheat No reheating is required.
Substitutions
- Sugar Alternatives: Swap white sugar with honey for a deeper sweetness.
Nutrition
Calories: 75kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 299mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 271IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 1mg
