Best 5 Spicy Jalapeno Coleslaw Recipes

**Title: Spicy Jalapeño Coleslaw: A Refreshing and Tangy Side Dish**

Looking for a bold and flavorful addition to your next barbecue or potluck? This Spicy Jalapeño Coleslaw is the perfect combination of crunchy, refreshing, and just the right amount of heat. Made with a blend of crisp cabbage, shredded carrots, red onion, and jalapeños, this coleslaw is tossed in a tangy dressing that brings all the flavors together.

With three variations included in the article, you can customize the spice level to your preference. From a mild and creamy version to a fiery and bold option, there's a recipe for every palate. The classic recipe features a creamy dressing made with mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, and spices, while the vegan version uses a plant-based mayonnaise alternative for a dairy-free option. For those who like it extra spicy, the "Kicked-Up" recipe adds a generous amount of Sriracha sauce, ensuring a fiery finish that will tantalize your taste buds.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET JALAPENO COLESLAW & A PULLED PORK SANDWICH

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This Jalapeño Coleslaw is creamy, easy and packed with flavor! Sweet and subtly spicy, this coleslaw is far from bland or boring and is the perfect summer side!

Provided by Cheyanne Holzworth

Categories Side Dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1/2 small Head Green Cabbage (- thinly sliced (about 8 ounces)*)
1/2 Head Purple Cabbage (- thinly sliced (about 8 ounces)*)
1 small Red Onion (- thinly sliced, rinsed in cold water, and drained well)
2 small Carrots (- peeled and shredded)
2 Jalapenos ( - seeded and minced)
2 Green Onions ( - thinly sliced)
1/2 Cup Mayonnaise (or more to taste*)
2 TBS Spicy Brown Mustard
1 TBS Apple Cider Vinegar
4 tsp Granulated White Sugar
1/4 tsp Celery salt
1/4 tsp Cumin
1/8 tsp EACH: Cayenne & Black Pepper
8 Pieces Texas Toast (- Cooked (I used the Garlic & Parsley flavor, it was excellent for this sammie))
10-12 Oz Pulled Pork
Carolina BBQ Sauce

Steps:

Jalapeno Coleslaw: Combine Cabbage, Carrots, Jalapeno, Red and Green Onion in a mixing bowl.
In a separate, small mixing bowl combine remaining (dressing) ingredients. Whisk well to combine.
Pour 1/4 cup of the Dressing over Cabbage mixture. Toss to combine. Add more dressing until desired level of creaminess is achieved. OPTIONAL, but recommended: Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to incorporate.
Pulled Pork Sandwich: (I don't really think you guys need a written recipe for this, but I will include instructions for those of you who simply feel more comfortable with instructions.)
Layer in this order: Slice of Texas Toast, (4 ounces) Pulled Pork, Smear of BBQ Sauce, Coleslaw & Top with Slice of Texas Toast. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 576 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SPICY COLESLAW

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Provided by Food Network

Categories side-dish

Time 5m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

Two 14-ounce bags shredded coleslaw mix
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup pickled jalapeno peppers, chopped, plus 2 tablespoons pickling juice
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar, plus more if needed
1/4 cup canola oil, plus more if needed
1/2 Vidalia onion, minced
Fine sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

Toss the coleslaw mix, mayonnaise, pickled jalapenos and pickling juice, vinegar, oil, onion and salt and pepper to taste in a large bowl. If the slaw seems too dry, add more vinegar and oil.

SPICY SOUTHWESTERN SLAW

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Great topping for tacos--also a nice side dish for any type of Mexican or Tex-Mex entree! Hint: The measurements are approximate- I usually make this without any. You can use green or purple cabbage, or a combination of the two. Same goes for green or red bell peppers. For extra heat, use an additional jalapeno pepper.

Provided by DEBNJAMES

Categories Salad Coleslaw Recipes No Mayo

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3 cups shredded cabbage
1 carrot, shredded
1 onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
½ cup canola oil
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

In a large bowl, toss together the cabbage, carrot, onion, red pepper, jalapeno and cilantro. Set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar, sugar, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper. Pour over vegetable mixture and toss to combine. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.3 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Fat 18.9 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 15.4 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

SPICY COLESLAW

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This easy, crisp slaw can be made a few hours ahead of time. It goes well with ribs and a cold beer, fried chicken or whatever summer feast sparks your fancy.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Categories easy, quick, editors' pick, side dish

Time 10m

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 medium head green cabbage
2 carrots, peeled and grated
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons pickle relish
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
2 teaspoons pepper sauce, like Frank's, or to taste
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

Cut the cabbage in half and remove the core. Cut each half in half and slice each resulting quarter into thin ribbons. Mix with carrots in a large, nonreactive bowl.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining ingredients.
Pour the dressing over the cabbage and toss. Season to taste.
The coleslaw may be covered with plastic wrap and refrigerated for a few hours. Toss again before serving.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 190, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 472 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SPICY JALAPENO COLE SLAW

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This slaw is great with anything BBQ'd or grilled. You are the captain of spice, you create the heat with the jalapenos you add in. You can actually leave them out and just use a drop or two of hot sauce or red pepper flakes or even a pinch of cayenne. However you make this, it's sure to be a hit! Note: I serve this in tortillas as a vegetable taco, or with meat. I also place some of the slaw on a plate and top with grilled steak, chicken, or catfish. So good!

Provided by FLUFFSTER

Categories Greens

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1/4 head green cabbage, should be about 2 1/2 cups (can use red cabbage, or a combo of both)
1 medium red onion, halved lengthwise, and thinly sliced
3 medium jalapeno peppers, sliced thin
3 tablespoons olivado avocado oil (can use vegetable, grapeseed or walnut oil)
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
2 limes, juice of, about 1/4 cup
1 tablespoon granulated sugar (can use Splenda)
2 teaspoons prepared wasabi powder

Steps:

In a large bowl, mix the cabbage, red onion, and jalapeno slices.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the oil, rice wine vinegar, lime juice, sugar, and wasabi powder.
Toss the dressing with the slaw, season liberally with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.1, Fat 10.7, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 11.5, Carbohydrate 11.3, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 7, Protein 1.3

Tips

To make your coleslaw extra crunchy, use a combination of green and red cabbage.
If you like your coleslaw with a bit of a kick, add a finely chopped jalapeño pepper.
For a sweeter coleslaw, add a tablespoon or two of sugar or honey to the dressing.
If you're using a store-bought coleslaw mix, be sure to rinse it well before using it.
To save time, you can use a food processor to shred the cabbage and carrots.
For a healthier coleslaw, use a light mayonnaise or Greek yogurt in the dressing.
Serve coleslaw immediately or chill it for at least 30 minutes before serving for the flavors to meld.

Conclusion

Spicy Jalapeño Coleslaw is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it spicy, sweet, or somewhere in between, this coleslaw is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, give Spicy Jalapeño Coleslaw a try!