Best 16 Sour Slaw Recipes

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## Sour Slaw: A Refreshing and Tangy Addition to Your Summer Meals

When the hot days of summer hit, there's nothing quite like a refreshing and tangy side dish to accompany your favorite grilled meats, fish, or vegetarian dishes. Sour slaw, also known as vinegar slaw or Carolina slaw, is a classic Southern dish that fits the bill perfectly. Made with shredded cabbage, carrots, onions, and a tangy vinegar-based dressing, sour slaw is a delightful balance of sweet, sour, and savory flavors.

This article presents a collection of scrumptious sour slaw recipes that cater to diverse tastes and preferences. From the classic sour slaw recipe using simple ingredients to variations that incorporate unique twists and flavors, there's a recipe here for every sour slaw enthusiast.

For those who love a traditional sour slaw, the Classic Sour Slaw recipe provides a straightforward and delicious option. With just a few pantry staples like vinegar, sugar, and mustard, you can whip up a refreshing slaw that pairs perfectly with your favorite summer dishes.

If you're looking for a bit more spice in your slaw, the Spicy Sour Slaw recipe adds a kick of heat with the inclusion of cayenne pepper and jalapeños. This recipe is sure to please those who enjoy a little extra zing in their food.

For a creamy twist on the classic sour slaw, the Creamy Sour Slaw recipe incorporates mayonnaise and sour cream into the dressing. This results in a smooth and flavorful slaw that has a wonderful richness and tang.

The article also includes a recipe for a Vegan Sour Slaw, which caters to those following a plant-based diet. This recipe uses a combination of vinegar, maple syrup, and tahini to create a tangy and satisfying dressing that complements the shredded cabbage and carrot mixture.

Lastly, for those who love experimenting with flavors, the Asian Sour Slaw recipe offers a unique and delightful twist on the classic dish. This recipe incorporates Asian-inspired ingredients like rice vinegar, soy sauce, and sesame oil, resulting in a flavorful slaw with a distinct Asian flair.

With its refreshing and tangy flavors, sour slaw is a perfect side dish for summer gatherings, picnics, or potlucks. Whether you prefer a classic, spicy, creamy, vegan, or Asian-inspired version, the recipes in this article provide a variety of options to satisfy every palate.

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

SWEET AND SOUR SLAW



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This is a great recipe from my mother, who is German, for a vinegar based marinated slaw using no oil.

Provided by Paula

Categories     Salad     Coleslaw Recipes     No Mayo

Time 4h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup white sugar
½ cup cider vinegar
¼ cup cold water
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon mustard seed
½ teaspoon celery seed
8 cups shredded cabbage
½ cup chopped celery
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
1 tablespoon chopped pimento pepper

Steps:

  • In a jar with lid, combine the sugar, vinegar, water, salt, mustard seed and celery seed. Cover tightly and shake vigorously until sugar is dissolved. Chill dressing for several hours or overnight.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the cabbage, celery, green peppers, pimento and dressing until evenly coated. Cover and chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98.7 calories, Carbohydrate 23.4 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 414.3 mg, Sugar 20.3 g

TROPICAL SLAW WITH SWEET & SOUR DRESSING



Tropical Slaw with Sweet & Sour Dressing image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons sugar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
12 ounces fresh pineapple, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 large, ripe mango, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 head red cabbage, finely shredded
3 green onions, green and pale green parts only, thinly sliced
1/4 cup roughly chopped fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Combine the cider vinegar, canola oil, sugar and some salt and pepper in a bowl and whisk until the sugar dissolves.
  • Combine the pineapple, mango and red cabbage in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper, add the dressing and toss to coat. Add the green onions and cilantro and toss again. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

HOT AND SOUR SLAW



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Bok choy is in the cabbage family, and is very popular in China. In this recipe, it is shredded to resemble a coleslaw, but that is where the resemblance to that creamy classic ends. This dish is very spicy and full of flavor. It not only tastes great, but is strangely fun to eat. If you have chile paste, use 2 teaspoons of that instead of the red pepper flakes.

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     Salad     Coleslaw Recipes     No Mayo

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 medium head bok choy, shredded
1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
4 green onions, chopped
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon Dijon-style prepared mustard
¾ cup cider vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Combine bok choy, red bell pepper, and scallions in a large bowl.
  • In a smaller bowl, whisk together red pepper flakes (or chile paste), mustard, apple cider vinegar, garlic, ginger, sugar, salt, and oil.
  • Pour this spicy dressing over the chopped vegetables, and toss well. Refrigerate for 1 hour, then toss again. Taste salad, and add more chile paste, salt, or sugar to taste before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 54.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8.6 g, Fat 1.2 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 504 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

SWEET AND SOUR COLE SLAW



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Ever since she was a child, Maribeth couldn't stand the sight of mayonaisse, and mommy went to great lengths to hide it in recipes where it was required - but there was simply no hiding it in cole slaw. So she turned to a local cookbook at the time - the old River Road Recipes II - A second Helping - put out by the Junior League of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Here is a GREAT tasting, non-creamy cole slaw - particuarily good with barbequed chicken. Notice that this recipe is made the night before - and also, as it contains no eggs or dairy, it would be perfectly safe for travel on picnics. This recipe is credited to Mrs. Ben Miller, Jr.

Provided by Metlantis

Categories     Lactose Free

Time 15m

Yield 15 , 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (4 lb) cabbage
3 large white onions
3/4 cup sugar
1 cup white vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons dry mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons celery seeds
1 cup salad oil

Steps:

  • Shred cabbage into a large container, top with the onions,sliced into thin rings and sprinkle with 3/4 cup of sugar.
  • Combine vinegar, salt, remaining sugar, mustard, and celery seeds and bring to a boil. Add the salad oil and pour over cabbage mixture while hot.
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • In the morning, stir well.

BROOKVILLE HOTEL SWEET-SOUR COLE SLAW



BROOKVILLE HOTEL SWEET-SOUR COLE SLAW image

This recipe came from my mom cookbook. I remember when I was a kid we stayed at this Hotel overnight and this was one of their recipes.

Provided by Eddie Jordan

Categories     Other Salads

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 lb shredded cabbage
1 tsp salt
2/3 c sugar
1/3 c vinegar
1 c whipped cream

Steps:

  • 1. Place shredded cabbage in a covered dish in refrigerator for several hours.
  • 2. Mix ingredients in order given 30 minutes before serving. chill before serving.

SWEET AND SOUR CABBAGE SLAW



Sweet and Sour Cabbage Slaw image

Five ingredients and two steps is all you need to make sweet and sour cabbage slaw - a perfect side dish.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 5m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons peach or apricot spreadable fruit
2 teaspoons cider vinegar
2 cups coleslaw mix or shredded cabbage
1 medium carrot, shredded (2/3 cup)
2 medium green onions, sliced (2 tablespoons)

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mix honey, spreadable fruit and vinegar.
  • Add remaining ingredients; toss.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 30 mg, Sugar 32 g, TransFat 0 g

SWEET-AND-SOUR RAMEN BROCCOLI SLAW



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Make and share this Sweet-And-Sour Ramen Broccoli Slaw recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Paulette Sandoz

Categories     Vegetable

Time 28m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (3 ounce) package chicken-flavored ramen noodles
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 (8 ounce) package broccoli coleslaw mix
1/2 cup sliced almonds (or some of each) or 1/2 cup unsalted sunflower seeds (or some of each)

Steps:

  • Combine the flavor packet from the soup mix with the vinegar, sugar, and oil in a 2-quart or larger serving bowl.
  • Using a whisk, beat until well blended.
  • Add the broccoli slaw and ramen noodles, breaking the noodles into small pieces.
  • Toss well to coat with dressing, then garnish with nuts and seeds as desired.
  • Refrigerate for at least 10 minutes before serving.

CONFETTI SWEET & SOUR CABBAGE SLAW



Confetti Sweet & Sour Cabbage Slaw image

A version of this recipe was found in a Southern cookbook from Louisiana called "BIG MAMA'S OLD BLACK POT, and was recommended to me by my sister a few years ago. I have used quite a few recipes from it since then. I added my own spin to the recipe, and when I finished adding ingredients, my first thought was that it looked like...

Provided by Rose Mary Mogan

Categories     Other Salads

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 lb cabbage shredded,(i use 1/2 sml head plus 1 pound bag slaw)
1 large red bell pepper, chopped
1 large green bell pepper, chopped
1 bunch green onions, chopped
1 medium red onion chopped
2/3 c cooking oil
1 1/4 c white distilled vinegar
1 c sugar ( i will use about 1/2 to 3/4 cup next time)

Steps:

  • 1. Shred cabbage if not already shredded and add to a large bowl.
  • 2. Chop Red bell peppers & add to bowl, toss to mix.
  • 3. Chop Green Onions and Green Bell Peppers, add to bowl, & toss together with slaw.
  • 4. Chop and add the red onions tossing together after adding. I prefer to use long metal tongs.
  • 5. Add oil, sugar, & vinegar to a medium sauce pan. Bring to a boil, all the while whisking with wire whisk to dissolve sugar. Then boil an additional 2 minutes all the while stirring, then remove from heat.
  • 6. Gradually and carefully pour hot mixture over the cabbage, and toss to coat, turning with tongs as you go to assure all is mixed together. Refrigerate until slaw is completely cooled for better flavor.
  • 7. This is the book of the original recipe "BIG MAMA'S OLD BLACK POT BY Ethel Rayson Dixon.
  • 8. Add slaw to a large bowl, garnish as desired, and serve. This was excellent with MyLemon Pepper Panko Salmon Croquette Patties and Cajun Seafood Aioli Sauce. You may like it too, so give it a try.

SOUR SLAW



Sour Slaw image

This recipe for sour slaw is from "Southern Country Cooking from the Loveless Cafe," by Jane and Michael Stern. This side goes great with braised pork chops and hush puppies.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup white-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon dry sherry
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/2 large head green cabbage, cored and thinly sliced (about 8 cups)
1/4 cup flat-leaf chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Combine oil, vinegar, sherry, garlic, sugar, salt, and 2 teaspoons water in the jar of a blender. Blend until smooth.
  • Place cabbage in a large bowl; sprinkle with parsley. Pour over oil mixture; toss until well combined. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

SOUR ORANGE, RED CABBAGE AND JICAMA SLAW RECIPE



Sour Orange, Red Cabbage and Jicama Slaw Recipe image

Provided by á-5623

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1/2 jicama, grated on large holes of box grater
1/2 small red onion, grated on large holes of box grater
1/4 head red cabbage, grated on large holes of box grater
1 large carrot, grated on large holes of box grater
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Whisk together the orange juice, lime juice, honey and sugar in a large bowl. Add the jicama, onions, cabbage, carrots and cilantro and season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.

CHRIS'S SWEET-AND-SOUR SLAW WITH APPLE AND FENNEL



Chris's Sweet-and-Sour Slaw with Apple and Fennel image

Chris Kimball, author of "The Yellow Farmhouse Cookbook," prepares this refreshing and delicious coleslaw to accompany his crispy, crunchy fried chicken.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Yield Makes about 5 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound (about half a medium head) green cabbage, finely shredded
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons rice-wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon mustard
2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon leaves
1 large Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1/4-inch pieces
1 medium head fennel, thinly sliced (about 2 1/2 cups)

Steps:

  • Toss cabbage and 1 teaspoon salt in a colander or large mesh strainer set over a medium bowl. Let stand until cabbage wilts, 1 to 4 hours. Rinse cabbage under cold running water (or in large bowl of ice water if serving slaw immediately). Press, but do not squeeze, to drain; pat dry with paper towels. (Cabbage can be stored in a resealable plastic bag and refrigerated overnight.)
  • Stir together onion, honey, vinegar, oil, mustard, and tarragon in a medium bowl; set dressing aside. Immediately toss cabbage, apple, and fennel in dressing. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover, and refrigerate until ready to serve.

SWEET & SOUR RAINBOW COLE SLAW



Sweet & Sour Rainbow Cole Slaw image

I created this slaw with ingredients I had on hand that I thought would compliment my husbands Fish Dinner. I am allergic to the fish but could eat the http://www.justapinch.com/recipes/breads/savory-bread/southern-jalapeno-hush-puppies-lady-rose.html and the slaw. He loved the fish, but the pieces were small, but he didn't...

Provided by Rose Mary Mogan

Categories     Other Side Dishes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb finely shredded cole slaw (cabbage)( i used the bag variety)
2 c shredded red cabbage
1 c natural dried cherries 5 oz. bag
1 small yellow onion (grated) i used a box grater
4 Tbsp sugar ( i used agave nectar)
1 tsp white pepper
4 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
1/2 tsp salt
2 Tbsp chopped chive
1 c mayonnaise

Steps:

  • 1. These are most of the ingredients I used to make this recipe. I will post the recipe for the perch fillets that I served with this slaw very soon.
  • 2. Add both the finely shredded red cabbage and the white cabbage to a large bowl.
  • 3. Then add the remaining ingredients except grated onion to a separate bowl, & beat till mixture is creamy and smooth.
  • 4. Now add the grated onion and beat again to blend thourgly.
  • 5. Pour mixture over cabbage, then stir to blend. Then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. Then stir again just before you are ready to serve. Garnish with chopped chive or parsley if desired.
  • 6. These are the dried cherries that I used. A good way to add extra essential nutrients into your daily diet.

KOREAN BARBECUED FLANK STEAK WITH HOT & SOUR SLAW



KOREAN BARBECUED FLANK STEAK WITH HOT & SOUR SLAW image

Categories     Beef     Vegetable     Grill/Barbecue

Yield makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons grill seasoning blend (preferably McCormick Montreal Steak Seasoning)
1/4 cup tamari dark soy
2 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons dried hot red pepper flakes, divided
4 large cloves garlic, chopped, divided
2 teaspoons toasted (dark) sesame oil, eyeball it
2 scallions, finely chopped
Vegetable oil, for drizzling plus, 2 tablespoons, twice around the pan
2 pounds flank steak
1 pound bok choy or Napa cabbage, trimmed and shredded with a knife
1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 cup fresh crisp sauerkraut, in poly bags found in the refrigerated pickle section of market

Steps:

  • In a shallow dish, combine grill seasoning, dark soy, a tablespoon honey, 1 teaspoon of the hot pepper flakes, half of the chopped garlic, sesame oil, scallions and a drizzle of vegetable oil. Coat the flank steak in the mixture and let it stand 10 minutes. Preheat a stove top grill pan or an outdoor grill to medium high. When the grill pan or grill is screeching hot, add the flank steak and cook 5 minutes on each side for medium rare, or 7 to 8 minutes on each side for medium doneness. For slaw, heat a large heavy skillet over high heat. Add 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, cabbage and peppers. Season with salt and stir fry 2 or 3 minutes. Add a drizzle of honey, about 1 tablespoon, hot pepper flakes and garlic and toss to combine with cabbage. Add sauerkraut and mix it in, heating it through and through for about 1 minute. Turn off heat. To serve, let meat rest 5 minutes for juices to redistribute. Thinly slice the meat on a heavy angle against the grain (the lines in the meat). Pile the slaw up and top with sliced Korean steak and serve.

LATKE CORNED BEEF SANDWICH WITH APPLE AND SOUR CREAM SLAW



Latke Corned Beef Sandwich with Apple and Sour Cream Slaw image

Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

3 pounds russet potatoes, peeled
1/3 cup matzo meal
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh chives
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
2 eggs
1/2 red onion, minced (about 1/2 cup)
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more as needed
1 pound lean corned beef, thinly sliced
Apple and Sour Cream Slaw, recipe follows
1/4 cup sour cream
1/8 cup apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1/2 tablespoon honey
1/2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/8 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
4 Granny Smith apples, coarsely grated on box grater
1 shallot, grated(1/4 cup)

Steps:

  • Grate the potatoes on a box grater, using a large grate, into a large bowl. Rinse the potatoes by covering with water and then drain the water from the potatoes, squeezing out as much water as possible.
  • Add the matzo meal, chives, flour, salt, pepper, eggs and onions to the potatoes and mix well.
  • Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium-low heat. Measure 1 cup of the potato mixture and add to the pan. Flatten the latke slightly with a spatula. Fry the latke until the edges are golden brown, 6 to 8 minutes each side. Transfer to a wire rack to drain. Repeat until all the potato mixture is used, adding oil as necessary.
  • Place 4 ounces corned beef on top of 1 latke. Top with the Apple and Sour Cream Slaw and with another latke.
  • Add the sour cream, vinegar, mustard, honey, oil and cinnamon to a large bowl. Mix well and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Add the lemon juice, apples and shallots and toss to combine. Let the slaw stand at room temperature, about 20 minutes.

SWEET AND SOUR COLE SLAW



SWEET AND SOUR COLE SLAW image

Categories     Vegetable

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 to 3/4 green cabbage, thinly sliced
1 red pepper, seeded and thinly sliced
2 carrots, grated
Dressing:
1 teaspoon dry mustard powder
1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
1/3 cup cider vinegar
1/3 cup olive oil
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon celery seeds or cumin seeds, toasted and ground

Steps:

  • 1. Combine cabbage, red pepper and carrots in large bowl. Mix well 2. Combine all dressing ingredients, except vinegar and oil, in a small saucepan. Gradually whisk in vinegar and oil to avoid lumps. 3. Bring to a boil over high heat and cook for one minute. 4. Pour hot dressing over slaw and toss well. Cover and refrigerate.

SWEET & SOUR BROCCOLI SLAW



Sweet & Sour Broccoli Slaw image

Sweet, sour and crunchy summer side dish.

Provided by NE Lady

Categories     Other Salads

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 Tbsp olive oil
1/2 c rice wine vinegar
1/3 c sugar
1 granny smith apple, sliced thin
1 12-oz package broccoli slaw (typically broccoli, carrots & red cabbage)
1/2 c toasted pecans or walnuts
1/3 c dried cranberries

Steps:

  • 1. Mix together the oil, vinegar and sugar until well-blended. Set aside.
  • 2. In a large bowl, combine the broccoli slaw and sliced apples. Pour the vinegar dressing over the slaw and gently toss until everything is evenly coated. Add nuts & dried cranberries. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use a combination of green and red cabbage.
  • Use a sharp knife to thinly slice the cabbage, so it will absorb the dressing better.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can substitute plain yogurt or kefir.
  • Let the slaw marinate for at least 30 minutes before serving, so the flavors have time to meld.
  • Serve sour slaw as a side dish with grilled or fried meats, fish, or tofu.

Conclusion:

Sour slaw is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it sweet, tangy, or spicy, there is a sour slaw recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious side dish, give sour slaw a try.

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