Horseradish hack: Elevate your coleslaw experience

Coleslaw combines crunchy cabbage, juicy carrots, and a creamy dressing. It's one of the most versatile side dishes, enhancing the flavour of many meals. However, the traditional version, while delicious, can seem predictable.

Adding horseradish to the dressing changes everything. The slaw gains a deeper flavour, a slightly spicy accent, and simultaneously provides health benefits. Horseradish not only enhances the taste but also supports the immune system and digestion, making this recipe a perfect combination of pleasure and health.

Coleslaw with horseradish is a great way to diversify the traditional slaw. Delicate vegetables combined with a creamy dressing with a spicy horseradish accent create a harmonious dish that will delight even the biggest fans of the classic.

Ingredients:

Slaw:

• Half a head of white cabbage
• One carrot
• One medium onion (white or red)
• One tablespoon of chopped parsley (can be dried)
• One flat teaspoon of salt

Dressing:

                          
• Two to three tablespoons of mayonnaise or plain yogurt
• Two to three tablespoons of milk
• One tablespoon of sugar
• One tablespoon of white wine vinegar
• Juice from half a lemon
• One flat tablespoon of sharp horseradish
• A pinch of freshly ground pepper

Preparation:

                  
1. Finely shred the cabbage and place it in a large bowl, add salt, mix, and let stand for 10 minutes to soften.
2. Grate the carrot using a coarse grater, dice the onion finely, and add the carrot, onion, and parsley to the cabbage.
3. In a separate bowl, mix all the dressing ingredients (mayonnaise or yogurt, milk, sugar, vinegar, lemon juice, horseradish, and pepper) until smooth.
4. Pour the dressing into the bowl with the vegetables and mix thoroughly to combine all the ingredients.
5. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator for the flavours to meld. Serve as a side dish to meats, fish, or grilled dishes.

Horseradish is not only a unique flavour addition but also a true health booster. It is a natural source of vitamin C, which strengthens immunity, and contains sulphur compounds that have antibacterial effects and aid digestion. Its spicy taste gives classic coleslaw a new, original character. Horseradish perfectly balances the sweetness of the carrot and the creaminess of the dressing, making the slaw more distinct and balanced.

Coleslaw is a versatile side that complements many dishes, both everyday and more exquisite ones. Thanks to its crunchy texture and distinctive flavour, it pairs well with meat, fish, and vegetarian dishes.

          
• Meat dishes: Coleslaw pairs excellently with various types of meat. It is a classic side to roasted chicken, pork chops, or grilled pork shoulder. Its creamy dressing contrasts well with the pronounced, often fattier flavours of meat, adding lightness to the entire meal.
• Grilled dishes: It's one of the most popular sides for grilled dishes. Coleslaw goes great with sausages, steaks, burgers, or skewers. Its refreshing taste and crunchiness perfectly balance the intense flavours of grilled foods.
• Fish and seafood: With its slightly tangy and creamy dressing, coleslaw complements fish and seafood nicely.