Best 3 Firecracker Coleslaw Giant Eagle Recipes

Firecracker coleslaw is a refreshing, crunchy, and flavorful side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. Made with shredded cabbage, carrots, red onion, and a tangy dressing, this coleslaw gets its name from the addition of firecracker peppers, which give it a bit of a spicy kick. This recipe also includes two additional coleslaw variations: a creamy coleslaw made with mayonnaise and a vinegar-based coleslaw made with apple cider vinegar. With its vibrant colors and bold flavors, firecracker coleslaw is sure to be a hit at your next potluck or barbecue.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FIRECRACKER COLESLAW

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This is a great tasting and great looking slaw, which is a modification of a good but ordinary red slaw recipe. I decided to make it as bright and flashy as the multicolor impatiens in my garden, so I chose ingredients that have flashy colors.

Provided by lynnski LA

Categories Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 head red cabbage, shredded
1 red bell pepper, cut in thin strips
1 small red onion, cut in thin strips
1 carrot, grated using the large hole of a grater
5 green onions, cut in one inch lengths
1 tablespoon chopped Italian parsley
1 teaspoon thyme
3/4 cup rice vinegar
3 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger or 1 teaspoon dried ginger

Steps:

Mix all of the slaw ingredients together in a large salad bowl.
Mix the dressing ingredients together.
Pour the dressing over the slaw and toss.
Refrigerate slaw for two hours to allow the flavors to blend.

SUNNY'S FIRE CRACKER COLE SLAW

Sunny's Fire Cracker Cole Slaw image

Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories side-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 15 to 18 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 cups mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon adobo sauce, plus more as needed
1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, finely chopped
2 cups carrots, shredded
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup golden raisins
2 Granny Smith apples, cored and shredded
2 Bosc pears, cored and shredded
1 head red cabbage, shredded or sliced thin
1 head Savoy cabbage, shredded or sliced thin
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

In a large bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, adobo sauce and chipotle pepper. Taste, season with salt and pepper and, if needed, add a bit more adobo sauce to make it spicy to your taste. Add the carrots, dried cranberries, raisins, apples, pears and cabbages and then toss to combine. Taste and season with a pinch of salt and a grind or 2 of pepper. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

FIRECRACKER COLESLAW

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Whew-wee! Now this is the kind of spicy that can really get a meal going! Crispy, crunchy and full of color, this delicious coleslaw would be perfect for your Fourth of July party or for your next cookout. (There's no mayo in this coleslaw, so consider it picnic approved!)

Provided by Shannon Smith

Categories Vegetables

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 1/2 tsp salt
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 c cider vinegar
1/3 c sugar
2 Tbsp dijon mustard
2 Tbsp vegetable oil
2 Tbsp juice from jar jalepenos
1-2 tsp your favorite hot sauce
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp celery seed
1 bag store bought slaw mix
1 green pepper, chopped
1 red pepper, chopped
2-3 jalepeno peppers, seeded & diced

Steps:

1. Whisk first 10 ingredients for the dressing. Mix chopped peppers into slaw mix, add dressing and refriegerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Tips:

For the best flavor, use fresh, crisp cabbage and carrots.
If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of regular milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
To add a bit of heat, use a spicy chili sauce or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
For a sweeter coleslaw, add a bit of sugar or honey to the dressing.
Coleslaw is a versatile dish that can be served as a side dish, a main course, or even as a topping for tacos or burgers.

Conclusion:

Firecracker coleslaw is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a light and flavorful side dish, give firecracker coleslaw a try!