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The 1770 recipe book, ''The Sensible Cook: Dutch Foodways in the Old and New World'', contains a recipe attributed to the author's Dutch landlady, who mixed thin strips of cabbage with melted butter, vinegar and [[vegetable oil|oil]]. |
The 1770 recipe book, ''The Sensible Cook: Dutch Foodways in the Old and New World'', contains a recipe attributed to the author's Dutch landlady, who mixed thin strips of cabbage with melted butter, vinegar and [[vegetable oil|oil]]. Coleslaw, as it is most commonly prepared, is only about 250 years old. This is because [[Mayonnaise]] was a mid-18th-century invention.<br /> |
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The term "coleslaw" arose in the 18th century as an [[anglicisation]] of the Dutch term "koolsla" |
The term "coleslaw" arose in the 18th century as an [[anglicisation]] of the Dutch term "koolsla" or "koolsalade" which means "cabbage salad".{{Copy edit-inline|for=|date=May 2014}}<ref>Perelman, Deb. (2007-08-08) "[http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=12570289 Coleslaw: You Could Be a Star]". ''[[NPR]]''. Accessed 2009-06-24.</ref> The term "cold slaw" was used until 1860.{{Citation needed|reason=date conflicts with previous sentence|date=May 2014}} <br /> |
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The discovery of the term "cole" referred to "kale". "Cole" comes from [[latin]] ''colis''.{{Citation needed|reason=unclear relation to topic and Latin Colis appears to refer to ablative plural of colum, not kale|date=May 2014}} |
The discovery of the term "cole" referred to "kale". "Cole" comes from [[latin]] ''colis''.{{Citation needed|reason=unclear relation to topic and Latin Colis appears to refer to ablative plural of colum, not kale|date=May 2014}} |
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| Alternative names | Slaw |
|---|---|
| Type | Salad |
| Course | Side dish |
| Place of origin | Netherlands, Germany, Poland, Sweden |
| Main ingredients | fine shredded raw cabbage; vinaigrette (acetic acid (vinegar essence) or vinegar, vegetable oil, salt) or mayonnaise |
Coleslaw is a salad consisting primarily of fine shredded raw cabbage[1] dressed most commonly with a vinaigrette as salad dressing. Done this way coleslaw can be pickled for up to 4 weeks if it is stored in an airtight container.[2] Another way to make coleslaw is to use foods that already contain vinaigrette; Mayonnaise for example, is commonly used, but it lowers the shelf-life and raises the glycemic index as it is a high-carbohydrate food.
Variations
There are many variations of the recipe which include the addition of other ingredients, such as red cabbage, pepper, shredded carrots, onion, grated cheese, pineapple, or apple, mixed with a salad dressing such as mayonnaise or cream. A variety of seasonings, such as celery seed, may be added. The cabbage may come in finely minced pieces, shredded strips, or small squares. Other slaw variants include broccoli slaw, which uses shredded raw broccoli in place of the cabbage. Cream, sour cream, or buttermilk are also popular additions.
Germany
Italy
Coleslaw added with cooked ham slices and sliced pepper (julienne cut) in Italy is called "Insalata Capricciosa" (capricious salad).
Sweden
In Sweden, a traditional coleslaw made with a vinaigrette consisting of vinegar or acetic acid (vinegar essence), vegetable oil, salt and seasonings is classically served with pizza and known as "pizza salad" (pizza salad).[3] Another vegan recipe adds carrots and leek and is called "vecko salad" (week salad) named for its notable durability.
United Kingdom
In the United Kingdom, coleslaw almost always contains carrot and red onion in addition to cabbage. Some variations include nuts such as walnuts and dried fruits such as sultanas or raisins[citation needed].
United States
In the United States coleslaw often contains buttermilk or mayonnaise substitutes [citation needed], and carrot; although many regional variations exist, and recipes incorporating prepared mustard or vinegar without the dairy and mayonnaise are also common. Barbecue slaw, also known as red slaw, is made using ketchup and vinegar rather than mayonnaise.[4] It is an essential part of "Lexington style" North Carolina barbecue.[5]
Use
Coleslaw is generally eaten as a side dish with foods such as fried chicken and barbecued meats, and may be accompanied by French fries or potato salad as another side dish. It is commonly included in fish fries in the United States. It also may be used as a sandwich ingredient, being placed on barbecue sandwiches, hamburgers, and hot dogs along with chili and hot mustard. A vinegar-based coleslaw is the signature ingredient to a Primanti Brothers sandwich. Coleslaw also is used on a variant of the Reuben sandwich, with coleslaw substituting for the sauerkraut; the sandwich is commonly called a Rachel to differentiate it from the Reuben.
Health effects
Benefits
Vegan coleslaw has an extremely low glycemic index (cabbage 10) and glycemic load (cabbage 0.58), and is rich in fiber; [6]
Disadvantages
Excessive consumption of cabbage may lead to increased intestinal gas which causes bloating and flatulence, due to the trisaccharide raffinose, which the small intestines cannot break down.[7]
History
The 1770 recipe book, The Sensible Cook: Dutch Foodways in the Old and New World, contains a recipe attributed to the author's Dutch landlady, who mixed thin strips of cabbage with melted butter, vinegar and oil. Coleslaw, as it is most commonly prepared, is only about 250 years old. This is because Mayonnaise was a mid-18th-century invention.
The term "coleslaw" arose in the 18th century as an anglicisation of the Dutch term "koolsla" or "koolsalade" which means "cabbage salad".[needs copy edit][8] The term "cold slaw" was used until 1860.[citation needed]
The discovery of the term "cole" referred to "kale". "Cole" comes from latin colis.[citation needed]
See also
References
Notes
- ^ "Coleslaw – Definition and More from the Free Merriam-Webster Dictionary". Merriam Webster. Retrieved August 2011.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|accessdate=(help) - ^ http://www.justapinch.com/recipes/salad/other-salad/pickled-cabbage-salad.html
- ^ http://www.spisa.nu/3.15101/recept/pizza salad/
- ^ ABC News, (2009-06-05). "Lexington Red Slaw" WLS-TV/DT Chicago, IL. Accessed 2009-06-24.
- ^ Mercuri, Becky (2007-03-05). The Great American Hot Dog Book: Recipes and Side Dishes from Across America. Gibbs Smith. p. 76. ISBN 9781423600220. Retrieved 21 April 2012.
- ^ Glycemic Index: From Research to Nutrition Recommendations?. Copenhagen: Nordic Council of Ministers. 2005. ISBN 92-893-1256-4. TemaNord2005:589.
- ^ St. John, Tina (5 June 2011). "Can You Eat Too Much Sauerkraut?". Livestrong.com. Retrieved 24 June 2013.
- ^ Perelman, Deb. (2007-08-08) "Coleslaw: You Could Be a Star". NPR. Accessed 2009-06-24.
