Best 3 Polynesian Coleslaw Recipes

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**Polynesian coleslaw**, a vibrant and refreshing salad, bursts with tropical flavors. This delightful dish combines crisp cabbage, sweet pineapple, juicy carrots, crunchy bell peppers, and tangy red onions, all tossed in a creamy and flavorful dressing. The dressing, made with mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, sugar, and spices, adds a perfect balance of tanginess and sweetness to the salad. It's a perfect side dish for summer barbecues, potlucks, or as a light and healthy meal on its own. With two variations — one featuring chicken and the other with tofu — this versatile coleslaw caters to different dietary preferences. The chicken variation offers a protein-packed option, while the tofu version provides a plant-based alternative, both delivering a delightful culinary experience. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this Polynesian coleslaw that promises an explosion of flavors in every bite!

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

POLYNESIAN COLESLAW



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This coleslaw is different that the garden-variety mayo version. It has very little fat and a very complex flavor.

Provided by Dawn

Categories     Salad     Coleslaw Recipes     No Mayo

Time 1h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
⅛ teaspoon hot pepper sauce (e.g. Tabasco™)
½ cup chopped cilantro leaves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
2 red bell peppers, thinly sliced
8 cups shredded cabbage
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Stir together peanut butter, garlic, salt, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and hot pepper sauce until smooth. Fold in cilantro, chives, and red pepper. Add shredded cabbage, and toss until well coated. Scoop into a serving bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate 1 hour. Sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.3 g, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 414.8 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

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Make and share this Polynesian Coleslaw recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Pebbles

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
2 tablespoons vinegar or 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar (preferred)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
8 cups shredded purple cabbage or 8 cups green cabbage
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 large red pepper, thinly sliced
4 scallions, sliced
2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Steps:

  • In large bowl stir together peanut butter, vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, salt and hot sauce.
  • Stir in cabbage, cilantro, red pepper and scallions.
  • Refrigerate one hour.
  • Heat dry skillet over medium heat.
  • Add sesame seeds; cook, stirring, until lightly browned, about 3- 4 minutes.
  • Remove from skillet, and sprinkle over coleslaw.

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If you like plan coleslaw from KFC just try this Polynesian Coleslaw

Provided by Eddie Jordan

Categories     Vegetables

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 Tbsp creamy peanut butter
2 Tbsp vinegar ( rice wine vinegar) is best
2 Tbsp soy sauce
1 clove garlic
1/2 tsp salt
1/8 tsp tabasco sauce
8 c shredded red cabbage or green cabbage
1/2 c chopped cilantro
1 large red pepper thinly sliced
4 scallions sliced
2 Tbsp sesame seeds

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl stir together peanut butter, vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, salt, and hot sauce.
  • 2. Stir in cabbage, cilantro, red pepper, and scallions.
  • 3. Refrigerate 1 hour.
  • 4. Heat dry skillet over medium heat.
  • 5. Add sesame seeds cook stirring until lightly browned 3-4 minutes.
  • 6. Remove from skillet and sprinkle over coleslaw.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your coleslaw.
  • Use a sharp knife or mandoline to thinly slice the cabbage and carrots. This will help them absorb the dressing better.
  • Don't overdress the coleslaw. You want the dressing to coat the vegetables, but you don't want it to be soggy.
  • Chill the coleslaw before serving. This will help the flavors to meld and will make the coleslaw more refreshing.
  • Serve the coleslaw as a side dish or on top of grilled meats or fish. It's also a great addition to sandwiches and wraps.

Conclusion:

Polynesian coleslaw is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a simple and flavorful side dish, give Polynesian coleslaw a try!

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