I used to think that I disliked coleslaw that had a lot of mayo in it but then I accidentally put too much in a batch and found that I didn’t mind at all! I already knew that the slaws I like are the tangy or vinegary kind, but I couldn’t quite put my finger on what it was that I didn’t like in the “bad” ones. I recently figured it out: sugar! Most coleslaw has some sugar in it but some recipes overdo the sugar and then it’s all I can taste when I take a bite. Given this newfound revelation I set out to make a batch that had no added sugar at all and was bright, summery, and a bit spicy. I present you with my (mildly) Spicy Chipotle Coleslaw! Enjoy!
In this recipe there is no added sugar at all but the addition of raw fresh corn gives a bit of sweetness (and extra crunch!) to the overall slaw. If you want to make it spicier I suggest adding other spicy elements instead of upping the chipotle powder, as any more than what I’ve included in this recipe will just give you heat without added flavor. Instead, try adding one finely chopped serrano pepper (seeds removed) or a splash of the liquid from pickled jalapenos if you have that on hand.
Slaws like these keep in the fridge for ages, but the fresh corn in this one means it has a slightly shorter shelf life. So maybe only a week or two instead of “ages” . . . Continue Reading…
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