Best 5 Railroad Coleslaw Recipes

Railroad coleslaw is a classic side dish that is often served at potlucks, picnics, and summer gatherings. It is made with a simple combination of shredded cabbage, carrots, onions, and a mayonnaise-based dressing. The name "railroad coleslaw" comes from the fact that it was originally served to railroad workers as a quick and easy meal. Today, it is enjoyed by people all over the country, and there are many different variations on the classic recipe.

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RAILROAD COLESLAW

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

Provided by Iron Bloomers

Categories Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 3 cups approx., 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3 cups shredded cabbage
2 tablespoons minced onions
1/4 cup minced green pepper
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup oil
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon celery salt

Steps:

In large bowl place cabbage, onion and green pepper; toss to combine.
Sprinkle the sugar over the top.
Bring remaining ingredients to a boil; simmer 2 minutes.
Pour over cabbage mixture.
Cover bowl and refrigerate overnight.
Toss before serving.

COLE SLAW

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Homemade Cole Slaw Recipe | Easy Cole Slaw Dressing

Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

6 cups shredded cabbage
1 cup shredded carrot
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon celery seed
1/4 cup sugar
Salt and pepper

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine cabbage and carrots. In a smaller bowl, make dressing by combining mayonnaise, vinegar, celery seed, sugar, salt and pepper. Toss dressing into cabbage mixture and let chill. Serve in a family style bowl.

BROCCOLI COLESLAW

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An easy alterative to tradition coleslaw, it stays crisp, crunchy and full of flavor. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, and family meals.

Provided by zeca2000

Categories Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 (12 ounce) package shredded broccoli slaw mix (found w/ the Packaged salads in produce section)
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1/2 cup raisins (at least)
1/2 cup unsalted sunflower seeds
1 lb chopped cooked crispy bacon
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons vinegar
3 tablespoons sugar
black pepper

Steps:

-CombineBrocolli slaw, onion, raisins, and sunflower seeds.
-Ina separate bowl mix mayo, vinegar, sugar, and pepper to taste.
-Blenddressing into slaw mix, cover and refrigerate overnight or a few hours.
-Rightbefore serving mix in bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 718.7, Fat 60.2, SaturatedFat 17.8, Cholesterol 77.1, Sodium 949.8, Carbohydrate 29.2, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 21.1, Protein 17.5

RESTAURANT-STYLE COLESLAW I

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This a copy of a popular restaurant style coleslaw.

Provided by Marsha

Categories Salad Coleslaw Recipes With Mayo

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package coleslaw mix
2 tablespoons minced onion
⅓ cup white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ cup milk
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup buttermilk
1 ½ tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 ½ tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

Combine the coleslaw and onion in a large bowl.
In a separate bowl, combine the sugar, salt, pepper, milk, mayonnaise, buttermilk, vinegar and lemon juice; mix until smooth. Pour mixture over the coleslaw and onion; stir well and chill for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.8 calories, Carbohydrate 17.1 g, Cholesterol 10.6 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 247.9 mg, Sugar 9.4 g

RAILROAD-STYLE CHAI

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Indian Railroad-style Chai: this is the real stuff served out of trays and passed through the windows at railroad stops all over India. If you can find mamri tea pearls from India, use 1/4 cup of that in place of the tea bags.

Provided by KitchenBarbarian

Categories Drinks Recipes Tea Hot

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 cups water
1 tablespoon fennel seed
4 whole cloves, or more to taste
1 ½ teaspoons cardamom seeds
2 cups whole milk
4 black tea bags, or more to taste
1 tablespoon white sugar, or to taste

Steps:

Bring water to a boil in a saucepan; add fennel, cloves, and cardamom. Continue boiling water for 3 minutes.
Stir milk into the water and return mixture to a low boil; add tea bags, reduce heat to low, and boil until the tea has a strong, but not bitter flavor, 2 to 3 minutes.
Strain tea into 4 tea mugs; sweeten with sugar to individual tastes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95.8 calories, Carbohydrate 10.5 g, Cholesterol 12.2 mg, Fat 4.3 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 56.4 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

Tips:

Use a sharp knife or mandoline to thinly slice the cabbage and other vegetables for the coleslaw. This will help to ensure that the coleslaw is evenly cooked and has a nice texture.
Be sure to drain the cabbage and other vegetables well before adding them to the coleslaw. This will help to prevent the coleslaw from becoming watery.
Use a variety of vegetables in your coleslaw. This will add flavor and texture to the dish.
Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients in your coleslaw. You can add fruits, nuts, or even cooked meats to create a unique and delicious dish.
Be sure to chill the coleslaw for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will help to allow the flavors to meld and develop.

Conclusion:

Railroad coleslaw is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for any summer gathering. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal preferences. So next time you are looking for a simple and delicious side dish, give railroad coleslaw a try. You won't be disappointed!