Spicy Chipotle Cole Slaw

MathMom.calif's Note:

Adapted from one of Emeril's recipes, where he did an episode with "crazy tacos". We like to make this and serve it in the fish tacos. I don't use Emeril's fish taco recipe, though. Instead I serve with Fish Tacos. I've change the propotions a bit and added some extras like cilantro and carrots. I really like the onions. Update 6/6/07: I made this tonight and measured everything as I made it, so I've updated the amounts (usually I don't measure, but just eyeball it).

• Total Time: 15 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 8

• 2 teaspoons chipotle chiles in adobo , finely chopped (use more if you like it really spicy)
• ½ cup mayonnaise (add more if you like it saucier. 1/2 cup makes just enough to lightly coat)
• 2 tablespoons honey
• ¼ cup lime juice
• 4 cups green cabbage , shredded very thin
• 4 cups red cabbage , shredded very thin
• 1 cup red onion , sliced vertical very thin
• 1 cup green onion , finely chopped
• ½-1 cup carrot , shredded
• ¼ cup fresh cilantro , chopped

Directions:

1. Make the dressing first. Combine the chipotle peppers, mayonnaise, honey and lime juice.
2. In another large bowl, combine the cabbages, onions and carrots. Drizzle the dressing over the top, sprinkle cilantro over the whole thing, and toss well to combine.
3. Season with salt and pepper as desired and chill until serving time.

Reviews

[Chef #751982]

I found mayonnaise too rich the first time, so i did half lite mayo and half lite sour cream the second time. it was a much nicer balance (and healthier, too!). Also, the lime juice to honey ratio is a bit off -- a little more lime, a little less honey! Overall, a big hit!

[Chef #1102889]

We love this recipe! I am not a big cole slaw fan either. It is great with an easy meal of tostadas topped with refried beans & cheese melted on top after a few minutes in the oven. Top it with this cole slaw and it is hard to stop eating them! If you don't want it too spicy then go easy on the Chipotle pepper. I keep the leftover pepper in a container in my fridge for the next several times, a small can goes a long ways.

[iris5555]

This is a nice switch from the usual cole slaw. I liked the touch of chipotle!