Best 6 Spicy Mexican Cabbage Slaw Recipes

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If you are looking for a fresh and flavorful side dish to accompany your next Mexican-inspired meal, spicy Mexican cabbage slaw is a great option. This easy-to-make slaw combines shredded cabbage, carrots, and red onion with a tangy dressing made with mayonnaise, vinegar, and spices. The result is a crunchy, refreshing, and flavorful slaw that will add a kick to your tacos, burritos, or grilled chicken. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have this delicious side dish on the table in no time.

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

SPICY MEXICAN CABBAGE SLAW



Spicy Mexican Cabbage Slaw image

Chipotle chile and cumin liven up crunchy coleslaw. Assemble it in 20 minutes, then chill to blend the flavors.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
1 chipotle chile in adobo sauce (from 11-oz can), chopped
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
3 cups coleslaw mix (from 16-oz bag)
1 chayote squash, unpeeled, cut into 2x1/8x1/8-inch strips (1 1/2 cups)
1/2 cup julienne (matchstick-cut) red bell pepper strips (2x1/8x1/8 inch)
1/4 cup very thin short red onion strips
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In small bowl, mix dressing ingredients.
  • In large bowl, mix salad ingredients. Add dressing; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving to blend flavors.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 90 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

SPICY CABBAGE SLAW



Spicy Cabbage Slaw image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 medium white cabbage, finely sliced
2 carrots, peeled and shredded
2 teaspoons celery salt
1/2 to 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon dried Mexican oregano crushed
2/3 cup olive oil
1/3 cup red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Combine all of the ingredients in a large bowl. Stir and toss well. Can be stored in the refrigerator 2 days.

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

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 MEXICAN COLESLAW



Spicy Mexican Coleslaw image

This is ideal picnic food since it has no mayo in it. You can use more or less hot pepper depending on how hot you like it/can take it.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 head green cabbage, shredded
1/2 lb jicama, shredded
1 large carrot, shredded
3 medium tomatoes, seeded and diced
1 -2 minced seeded jalapeno
1/3 cup chopped cilantro
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all salad ingredients and mix well.
  • Combine all dressing ingredients and toss well with salad ingredients.
  • Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • This slaw gets better if it has a chance to sit for a few hours before serving and it's even good the next day.

PICO DE GALLO WITH CABBAGE (MEXICAN COLESLAW)



Pico de Gallo with Cabbage (Mexican Coleslaw) image

It took a while to get this perfected so it tastes just like our favorite Mexican restaurant. This is a great change up to the ordinary chips and salsa. It goes great with chips or as a quesadilla topping. It's different from your typical Mexican fare, but it is fantastic. This is a pretty forgiving recipe and you can adjust ingredients to your liking. You can add more cilantro, onion or jalapeno depending on your tastes. You can eat this right away but it is best after you have given the flavors an hour or two to blend. For those that don't like it too hot, La Costena® brand makes a great pickled jalapeno that has lots of flavor and not too much heat.

Provided by mommy

Categories     Salad     Coleslaw Recipes     No Mayo

Time 1h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 head cabbage, shredded
5 Roma (plum) tomatoes, diced
¼ red onion, diced, or more to taste
¼ cup pickled jalapeno slices, diced and juice reserved
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste
7 tablespoons lime juice
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
¼ teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Combine cabbage, tomatoes, red onion, jalapeno slices, 2 tablespoons juice from jalapenos, cilantro, lime juice, vinegar, chili powder, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper in a bowl; refrigerate for flavors to blend, 1 to 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 41.8 calories, Carbohydrate 9.8 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 139.3 mg, Sugar 5 g

MEXICAN COLESLAW WITH SPICY LIME VINAIGRETTE



Mexican Coleslaw With Spicy Lime Vinaigrette image

A combination of Kalyn's Kitchen's Spicy Mexican Slaw and few adaptions of mine to eliminate the mayo in the dressing.

Provided by princessmommie

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 1 1/2 c, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
2 cups red cabbage, thinly sliced
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/3 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chipotle in adobo sauce (optional)

Steps:

  • Thinly slice cabbage. Slice green onions, and wash, dry and chop cilantro. Combine cabbage, green onions and cilantro in large salad bowl.
  • Process lime juice through chipotle in adobo sauce, if desired, in a blender until blended.
  • Mix dressing into cabbage mixture. Season to taste with pepper and serve immediately, or chill for a few hours.
  • This salad will keep well overnight in the refrigerator, but the lime juice will cause the red cabbage to bleed color and turn the salad slightly pink.

Tips for Making Spicy Mexican Cabbage Slaw:

  • Use a sharp knife or mandoline to thinly slice the cabbage and other vegetables for a more uniform texture and better flavor distribution.
  • If you don't have a jalapeño pepper on hand, you can substitute another type of chili pepper, such as a serrano or cayenne pepper, adjusting the amount to your desired level of spiciness.
  • For a creamier slaw, use a combination of mayonnaise and sour cream or Greek yogurt in the dressing.
  • If you prefer a tangier slaw, add a squeeze of lime juice or vinegar to the dressing.
  • For a more colorful slaw, add some shredded carrots, bell peppers, or corn to the mix.
  • Serve the slaw immediately or chill it for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Conclusion:

Spicy Mexican cabbage slaw is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of Mexican dishes, from tacos and burritos to enchiladas and fajitas. It is also a great addition to potlucks and picnics. With its crunchy texture, spicy kick, and tangy dressing, this slaw is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a refreshing and flavorful side dish, give this spicy Mexican cabbage slaw a try!

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