Perfect Cabbage Cut for Coleslaw – A Simple Guide

Proper cabbage slicing is the key to a tasty and tender coleslaw.
If the cabbage is cut too thick, the salad will lose its lightness and crunch. Follow this simple step-by-step guide to quickly prepare your cabbage and create the perfect thin shreds for a classic American coleslaw.

Coleslaw – A Simple and Delicious American Classic

How to cut cabbage for coleslaw?

✅ 1. Remove the outer leaves
Peel off any damaged or tough outer cabbage leaves.

✅ 2. Cut the cabbage in half
Place the cabbage on a cutting board and slice it in half, then again into quarters.

✅ 3. Remove the core
Cut out the tough core from each quarter, leaving only the tender leaves.

✅ 4. Shred finely
Use a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer.
Cut the cabbage as thinly as possible so it becomes tender and absorbs the dressing well.

✅ 5. Massage by hand (optional)
If you want softer cabbage, gently massage it with a pinch of salt. But for classic coleslaw, this step is optional.