Crisp and Tangy Coleslaw with Super Sweet Corn
A salad of salted and drained cabbage tossed with sweet super sweet corn in a mayonnaise dressing.
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This refreshing, creamy salad is made by tossing in-season super sweet corn and chopped cabbage in dressing. Salting the cabbage in advance and squeezing out the moisture keeps it from turning watery even after a few days, maintaining its crisp texture. It makes a great snack or side for bread, and pairs wonderfully with rich, greasy foods.
- Servings
- about 5–6 servings
- Cook time
- 20 minprep not included
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Spiciness
- Not spicy
- Keeps
- 4 days
Ingredients
Ingredients
- Super sweet corn2 (2 cups)
- Cabbage500 g
- Carrot100 g
- Onion1/4
- Salt1/2 tbsp
Dressing Ingredients
- Mayonnaise6 tbsp
- Wholegrain mustard2 tbsp
- Lemon juice (or vinegar)2 tbsp
- Sugar1 tbsp
- Salta little
- For a lighter diet-friendly version, you can substitute olive oil for the mayonnaise.
- Instead of fresh corn, you can use canned sweet corn or bell peppers, or add kid-friendly ingredients like ham or imitation crab meat.
Steps
Prepare the ingredients
Prepare steamed super sweet corn, a small carrot, 1/4 head of cabbage, and onion.
Instead of fresh corn, you can use canned sweet corn or bell peppers, or add kid-friendly ingredients like ham or imitation crab meat.
Related post on the blog (Korean)blog.naver.com/ppunwife/223890296389Refer to the method for steaming super sweet corn and steam it nicely.
Prep the ingredients
Cut the corn kernels off the cob with a knife, and dice the carrot and onion to the same size as the corn.
Chop the cabbage into similar-sized pieces, wash it, and drain the water.
Salt and drain
Add 1/2 tbsp salt to the cabbage and carrot and let them sit for about 20 minutes.
This seasons them lightly while drawing out plenty of moisture.
Squeeze out the moisture firmly without crushing the vegetables, and place them in a bowl.
Toss with the dressing
Add the corn and onion to the bowl, then add 6 tbsp mayonnaise, 2 tbsp wholegrain mustard, 2 tbsp lemon juice (or vinegar), and 1 tbsp sugar.
You can omit the wholegrain mustard and simply increase the amount of mayonnaise.
Mix well, taste, and add a little salt if it is too bland. Adjust the sweetness and tanginess to your liking with more sugar and lemon juice.
Complete
Lightly salting the cabbage prevents liquid from pooling even after a few days, keeping the dressing from separating and preserving a nice, crunchy texture.
Serving it alongside hamburgers, fried chicken, or pizza refreshes and cleanses the palate, and it also works great as a sandwich filling.
Ppunwife's tips
- When making a large batch, thoroughly squeezing out the moisture drawn out from salting the cabbage keeps the dressing from separating and maintains a delicious texture.
- Lightly salting the cabbage prevents liquid from pooling even after a few days, keeping the dressing from separating and preserving a nice, crunchy texture.
FAQ
What should I do if I don't have wholegrain mustard?
You can leave out the wholegrain mustard entirely and increase the amount of mayonnaise instead.
Why is the cabbage salted in advance?
Salting it with salt and thoroughly squeezing out the moisture keeps water from pooling and preserves a crisp texture even after a few days.
Can I use other ingredients instead of super sweet corn?
You can use store-bought canned sweet corn or add bell peppers, ham, or imitation crab meat according to your preference.
How can I make a lighter version for a diet?
You can toss the salad with olive oil instead of mayonnaise to enjoy it as a light, diet-friendly dish.
