Lime - Cilantro Slaw

Cilantro is widely used throughout Asia, India, North Africa and in Latin America where it is an integral ingredient in fresh salsas and sauces.In other words, it is used universally. Limes were first grown on a large scale in southern Iraq and Persia, and the fruit was first grown commercially in what is today southern Iraq (Babylonia).[8] To prevent scurvy during the 19th century, British sailors were issued a daily allowance of citrus, limes or lemons. Today, these ingredients make North Americans think of the Caribbean, Mexico and Thailand.

Yield:
makes 4 servings
Category:
Salads and Dressings
Cuisine:
Canadian

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek Yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon finely grated lime peel
  • 14 to 1/2 jalapeno or serrano chili, seeded, minced
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 1 rounded tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
  • 4 cups shredded Coleslaw mix
  • 2 or 3 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Whisk mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, lime peel, chili, and garlic in large bowl. Stir in cilantro. Add Cole slaw mix and green onions; toss to incorporate evenly.Lightly season with salt and pepper. Cover and chill 1 hour. Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep chilled.
  2. Season slaw with more lime juice, salt, and pepper, if desired, just before serving.

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