MARDI GRAS SLAW

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This was created by Lafayette, LA resident, George Graham. And used as a topping for his Bluesiana burger with zydeco sauce, Mardi Gras slaw and root beer glaze which was a finalist in the $50,000 Sutter Home Build A Better Burger Contest.

Provided by Penny Stettinius

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups napa cabbage, thinly shredded
1/2 purple cabbage, cup thinly shredded
1/2 cup red onion, very thinly sliced
1/2 cup fennel, thinly sliced
1/2 cup yellow bell pepper, very thinly sliced
1/4 cup sugar cane vinegar
1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 cup mild blue cheese, finely crumbled
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • To make the slaw, combine the cabbages, onion, fennel, and bell pepper in a bowl and chill. Prepare the slaw dressing by combining the vinegar and mustard, and then slowly whisk in the olive oil.
  • Refrigerate.
  • About 15 minutes before serving, pour the dressing over the slaw mixture and toss.
  • Add the crumbled blue cheese and toss again, evenly combining the cheese.
  • Add the salt and pepper.
  • *If using as topping for burgers: Drain off excess liquid and chill the slaw until assembling the burgers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 422.4, Fat 37.2, SaturatedFat 10.1, Cholesterol 25.3, Sodium 990.5, Carbohydrate 14.8, Fiber 4, Sugar 5.9, Protein 10.2

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