Description
Pennsylvania Dutch Pepper Cabbage is a crisp and sweet slaw combining finely shredded cabbage with colorful bell peppers and a tangy, sweet vinegar dressing. This old-fashioned coleslaw is easy to prepare and perfect for serving chilled alongside BBQ, fried chicken, or pulled pork sandwiches.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 small head green cabbage, finely shredded (about 6 cups)
- 1 small red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1 small green bell pepper, finely chopped
- ½ small onion, finely chopped
Dressing
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon celery seed
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup white vinegar
- ½ cup water
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the finely shredded green cabbage, chopped red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and diced onion to create the base of the slaw.
- Make the Dressing: In a small saucepan, add granulated sugar, celery seed, salt, white vinegar, and water. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat while stirring continuously until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Combine and Toss: Once the dressing reaches a boil, remove it from the heat and immediately pour the hot mixture over the prepared cabbage and peppers. Toss everything thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are coated evenly.
- Chill and Marinate: Allow the slaw to cool to room temperature, then cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. This chilling time lets the flavors meld and the cabbage to pickle slightly.
- Serve: Serve the pepper cabbage chilled as a refreshing side dish to complement your meal.
Notes
- This slaw keeps well refrigerated for up to one week and actually improves in flavor over time.
- For a lighter version, reduce the sugar quantity or substitute with a sugar alternative.
- Perfect accompaniment for BBQ dishes, fried chicken, or as a tangy topping on pulled pork sandwiches.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook / Quick Pickle
- Cuisine: Pennsylvania Dutch / American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
