Go Back
–+ servings

Lexington Style Red Coleslaw

Carne Diem Culinary
This tangy Lexington Style Red Coleslaw is a staple of Piedmont style BBQ in North Carolina and makes for the perfect side for Carolina BBQ. This red slaw is the perfect balance of spicy, sweet, and tangy.
5 from 2 votes
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Refrigerator time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American Southeast, BBQ
Servings 8
Calories 83 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Medium Head Cabbage
  • ⅓ Cup Sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons Kosher Salt

Dressing

  • ½ Cup Apple Cider Vinegar
  • ½ Cup Ketchup
  • 2 teaspoons Brown Sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
  • ⅛ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt

Instructions
 

  • Combine all of the dressing ingredients in a bowl and stir to combine well. Place in the refrigerator.
  • Core and shred or chop the green cabbage. Place in a bowl or colander and toss with the sugar and salt. Allow to sit for 1-2 hours.
  • Rinse the cabbage in a colander to remove most of the salt and sugar mixture. Pat the cabbage dry with a paper towel.
  • Mix the cabbage with the red slaw dressing and stir until it is evenly combined.
  • Refrigerate until serving, for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 83kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 0.2gSaturated Fat: 0.05gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.03gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.02gSodium: 1978mgPotassium: 252mgFiber: 3gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 220IUVitamin C: 42mgCalcium: 51mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Apple cider vinegar, black pepper, cabbage, Ketchup
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!