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Coleslaw mix
Crisp and mildly peppery, milder than fully dressed coleslaw until seasoned.
Lens analyzedColeslaw mix is pre-shredded cabbage, often with carrot mixed in, sold raw and ready to toss with a dressing at home rather than a finished salad. It saves the shredding step but still needs seasoning before serving.
Where it comes from
Bagged, pre-shredded slaw mix grew out of the broader packaged salad category that expanded through grocery produce sections in the late 20th century, offering a shortcut on the most time-consuming part of making coleslaw.
Buying it
Check the bag for excess moisture or a sour smell, both signs the cabbage has started to break down.
Storing it
Shredded cabbage wilts faster than a whole head would, so keep the bag sealed cold and work through it within the week.
Keeps about 7 days in the fridge.
In season
Peak season is September–November, though it's available year-round.
The cabbage used in coleslaw mix is strongest in fall locally, but packaged mixes are widely stocked year-round.
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