**Kick off your summer cookouts with a refreshing and tangy side dish that'll tantalize your taste buds – Frankie's Freezer Slaw!**
This classic coleslaw recipe with a modern twist is the perfect addition to any backyard barbecue, potluck, or picnic. Made with a blend of crisp cabbage, crunchy carrots, and sweet bell peppers, this slaw is tossed in a creamy, tangy dressing that packs a flavorful punch. But what sets Frankie's Freezer Slaw apart is its secret weapon – freezing! By freezing the slaw, the flavors deepen and meld together, resulting in an explosion of taste that will leave your guests craving more. Prepare to impress your friends and family with this easy-to-make, freezer-friendly slaw that's sure to become a summer staple.
**Explore Variations:**
1. **Keto-Friendly Slaw:** For a low-carb option, swap out the sugar in the dressing with a keto-friendly sweetener like stevia or monk fruit.
2. **Creamy Coleslaw:** Add sour cream or Greek yogurt to the dressing for an extra creamy texture and a boost of tanginess.
3. **Spicy Slaw:** Add a kick of heat with a dash of cayenne pepper or diced jalapeños.
4. **Asian-Inspired Slaw:** Give your slaw an Asian flair by adding sesame oil, ginger, and rice vinegar to the dressing.
FREEZER SLAW
My husband kept talking about 'Freezer Slaw' that his mom made and I couldn't find a recipe for it and she couldn't find hers. Luckily, his aunt still had it! This is a great make-ahead slaw that stays crisp! I shred the cabbage and other vegetables in the food processor.
Provided by Gail
Categories Salad Coleslaw Recipes No Mayo
Time 1h55m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine cabbage, green bell pepper, onion, and carrots in a large bowl. Mix boiling water and salt together in a bowl and pour over cabbage mixture. Set aside for salt to draw out extra water from vegetables, about 1 hour. Drain well.
- Mix sugar, 1 cup water, cider vinegar, and celery seed in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Cook and stir until sugar is dissolved, about 1 minute. Remove saucepan from heat and cool completely.
- Pour cooled sugar-vinegar mixture over drained cabbage mixture in a large bowl and toss until slaw is well mixed. Spoon slaw into resealable plastic bags and freeze.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.8 calories, Carbohydrate 25 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 1.2 g, Sodium 312.7 mg, Sugar 22 g
FRANKIE'S FREEZER SLAW
This was my mother inlaws recipe She pass away 2 Years ago we miss her so much .She was such a good person i was very lucky to have her as my mother inlaw.And she was such a good cook.Everyone loved her slaw.I had never had any like it.It is so good.
Provided by shirley terhaar
Categories Vegetables
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Cut up green pepper fine,shreeded cabbage and carrot fine,1 tsp salt mix.
- 2. bring to boil 1 cup apple cider vinegar,1/2 cup water ,2 cups sugar,1 tsp mustard seed, 1 tsp celery seed . then take off stove let set for 1 hour
- 3. Mix everything together . Then put in freezer bowls and freez till you need it. Set it in the frige for a few hour 's before dinner it sould still be a little icey.It's good that way.
SASSY FREEZER SLAW
Coleslaw made up and put in the freezer. Easy to take out and thaw when you need it in a hurry. It does have a crunch to it and a sweet-sour vinegar based dressing. Freeze for up to two months. Chopped onions and bell peppers are an option to add in if you like them.
Provided by sassyoldlady
Categories Salad Coleslaw Recipes No Mayo
Time 1h15m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix shredded cabbage and salt together in a colander; drain for 1 hour. Squeeze moisture from cabbage. Stir carrots into cabbage and divide cabbage mixture between pint containers.
- Whisk sugar, vinegar, water, celery seed, and dry mustard together in saucepan over medium high heat; bring to a boil for 1 minute. Cool. Pour cooled vinegar dressing mixture over cabbage mixture, cover containers, and freeze. Thaw before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 159.1 calories, Carbohydrate 39.2 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 1.2 g, Sodium 604.7 mg, Sugar 36.4 g
FREEZER SLAW
This unusual slaw recipe from my mother combines all the ingredients, then stores in the freezer. Remember to thaw before serving. - Alice Campbell, Dickinson, North Dakota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 40m
Yield 18 servings (3/4 cup each).
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place cabbage in a very large bowl; toss with salt. Let stand 1 hour., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine sugar, water, vinegar, celery seed and mustard seed. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar. Cook 1 minute. Remove from heat; cool slightly., Drain excess liquid from cabbage, if necessary. Add red peppers and carrots to cabbage. Add dressing; toss to coat. Cool completely. Transfer to freezer containers. Freeze, covered, up to 3 months., To serve, thaw coleslaw overnight in refrigerator. Stir before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 126 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 287mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
QUICK FREEZER COLESLAW
Making this coleslaw is a good way to use the extra cabbage, carrots and green peppers from your garden. It's also handy for big get-togethers.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 1-1/2 to 2 quarts.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine vegetables with salt; let stand 1 hour. Place remaining ingredients in a saucepan; bring to a boil and boil for 1 minute. Cool. Drain vegetables and add to vinegar mixture; stir gently. Ladle into plastic freezer containers and freeze. When ready to use, defrost and serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 255mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
FREEZER COLESLAW
Make and share this Freezer Coleslaw recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Darryn Glass
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h15m
Yield 4-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut cabbage and onion.
- Mix with salt and let stand one hour.
- Mix the vinegar, water, mustard seed, celery seed, and sugar.
- Bring all this to a boil and boil one minute.
- Let cool until lukewarm.
- Cut up carrot and green pepper and mix with the cabbage.
- Pour the vinegar mixture over the cabbage, place in containers and freeze.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 482.2, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 638.2, Carbohydrate 118.9, Fiber 7.2, Sugar 109.7, Protein 3.8
SEASONED FREEZER COLESLAW
This recipe was submitted by a request for an Icebox Coleslaw. It is from Quick Cooking magazine. I have not yet tried this recipe, but it sure does sound delicious.
Provided by jb41848
Categories Peppers
Time 35m
Yield 12-16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine cabbage, carrots, green pepper and onion.
- Add sugar and toss to coat.
- In a saucepan, combine vinegar, oil, salt, mustard, and celery seed.
- Bring to a boil.
- Pour over cabbage mixture and toss to coat.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Coleslaw may be frozen up to 3 months, remove from the freezer 2 hours before serving.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use a combination of green and red cabbage.
- Shred the cabbage thinly so that it will absorb the dressing better.
- Use a sharp knife to shred the cabbage so that the pieces are even.
- If you don't have a mandoline, you can use a food processor to shred the cabbage.
- Be sure to drain the cabbage well before adding it to the dressing.
- If you want a sweeter slaw, add a little bit of sugar or honey to the dressing.
- If you want a spicier slaw, add a little bit of cayenne pepper or chili powder to the dressing.
- Let the slaw chill for at least 30 minutes before serving so that the flavors can meld.
- Serve the slaw as a side dish with your favorite grilled or fried meats.
Conclusion:
Frankie's Freezer Slaw is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed all year long. It's perfect for potlucks, picnics, and backyard barbecues. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this slaw is sure to become a family favorite. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, give Frankie's Freezer Slaw a try. You won't be disappointed!
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