A vibrant and tangy coleslaw featuring fresh Jersey cabbage and carrots, elevated by a creamy dressing made with local Jersey Royal potatoes, milk, and butter.
Scrub the Jersey Royal potatoes and place them in a medium saucepan. Cover with cold water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.
Drain the potatoes thoroughly and return them to the saucepan. Add the Jersey milk and Jersey butter. Mash until smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Allow the mashed potato mixture to cool slightly. Stir in the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. This is your tangy dressing.
In a large bowl, combine the shredded Jersey cabbage and grated Jersey carrots.
Pour the potato-based dressing over the cabbage and carrot mixture. Toss well to coat evenly.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, give the coleslaw another good toss. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Nutrition per serving (210g)
For a smoother dressing, use a hand blender or immersion blender to blend the mashed potato mixture until very smooth.
If you prefer a sweeter coleslaw, add a little more honey to the dressing.
The coleslaw can be made a day ahead of time. The flavors will develop even more as it sits in the refrigerator.
For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dressing.
Feel free to add other local, seasonal vegetables to the coleslaw, such as finely chopped spring onions or radishes.
Medium saucepan
Large bowl
Grater or food processor
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