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    Home » Recipes » Salads

    Hawaiian Coleslaw - Sweet & Savory

    Published: Dec 12, 2022 by Laura Reigel · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Hawaiian coleslaw with pineapples for pork sliders

    This Hawaiian coleslaw is crunchy, savory, and sweet because it's made with fresh cabbage and pineapple. The pineapple coleslaw recipe has a tasty sesame ginger dressing and the perfect topping for Kalua pulled pork sandwiches.

    You'll love serving this easy Hawaiian slaw recipe at your next backyard cookout, especially if you're looking for luau-themed side dishes.

    Hawaiian coleslaw with pineapple

    What You'll Need

    • Green cabbage.
    • Purple cabbage AKA red cabbage
    • Pineapple. Use fresh pineapple or canned pineapple tidbits, drained well.
    • Green onions, green part only finely sliced.
    • Cilantro leaves, finely minced.
    ingredients for making hawaiian coleslaw

    Hawaiian Coleslaw Dressing

    • Mayonnaise kewpie mayonnaise, if you have it.
    • Rice wine vinegar. You can use apple cider vinegar as a substitute.
    • Ginger. Fresh or pre-minced is fine.
    • Garlic. Fresh or pre-minced is fine.
    • Toasted Sesame oil

    Optional add-ins

    • Red bell pepper - to add sweetness.
    • Serrano pepper - to add spiciness.

    How To Make Hawaiian Slaw

    This is such an easy recipe. You can mix up a batch in less than 10 minutes.

    1. Shred the cabbage using a sharp knife or mandoline. Add the shredded cabbage to a large bowl.
    2. Dice the pineapple into small pieces. Feel free to use canned pineapple chunks if you don't have a fresh one. See notes.
    3. Slice the green onions, green parts only.
    4. Remove the tender leaves from the stems of the cilantro and mince them finely.

    Make The Coleslaw Dressing

    1. Mix all of the ingredients together in a small bowl.

    Assemble The Salad

    1. Combine the coleslaw mix with the coleslaw dressing and toss to combine.

    Store the salad covered in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.

    ingredients for pineapple coleslaw in a bowl before stiring

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is kewpie mayonnaise?

    Kewpie mayo is the Japanese version of mayo. It has a rich umami flavor, much richer than traditional American mayonnaise. Kewpie mayo is made using only egg yolks. American mayonnaise is made using whole eggs. By using only yolks, the kewpie mayo has a much richer flavor.

    Can canned pineapple be used in this recipe?

    Yes, you can use canned pineapple if fresh pineapple is out of season. Make sure to use pineapple chunks of rings packed in juice, not syrup.

    Drain the pineapple very well. You can press the pineapple gently in a colander to remove as much liquid as possible.

    Hawaiian coleslaw with pineapples for pork sliders

    More Hawaiian Recipes and Hawaiian Sides

    If you're planning a Hawaiian-style cookout, here are a few recipes you will want to try.

    • Hawaiian Kalbi Ribs
    • Hawaiian Macaroni Salad
    • Pineapple Salsa
    • Pork Fried Rice
    • Smoked Kalua Pork - Authentic Hawaiian Flavor
    • Japanese Beef Curry Recipe - Easy & Delicious
    • Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken

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    Crunchy coleslaw adds flavor and texture to your favorite meat recipe. Give one of our tasty coleslaw recipes when you need a fresh and crunchy side salad.

    • Asain coleslaw with peanut dressing.
    • Southern coleslaw is sweet and tangy.
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    hawaiian pineapple coleslaw with sesame ginger dressing
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    Hawaiian Coleslaw Recipe

    Laura Reigel
    This easy Hawaiian pineapple slaw recipe is perfect for pulled pork sliders. Serve them on Hawaiian's King Rolls for a satisfying Hawaiian slider.
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Total Time 10 mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine Hawaiian
    Servings 8
    Calories 77 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 cup green cabbage shredded, about ¼ head of cabbage
    • 1 cup red cabbage shredded, about ¼ head of cabbage
    • ½ cup pineapple cut into small chunks
    • 2 tablespoons green onions sliced
    • 2 tablespoons cilantro finely minced

    Hawaiian Coleslaw Dressing

    • ¼ cup mayonnaise kewpie mayonniase, if you have it
    • 3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
    • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
    • 1 teaspoon garlic 1 to 2 cloves of fresh garlic
    • 1 teaspoon ginger grated

    Optional add-ins

    • 2 to 3 tablespoons red bell pepper finely diced, to add sweetness
    • 1 serrano pepper finely diced, to add spiciness
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    Instructions
     

    • Shred the cabbage using a sharp knife or mandoline.
      1 cup green cabbage, 1 cup red cabbage
    • Dice the pineapple.
      ½ cup pineapple
    • Slice the green onions, green parts only.
      2 tablespoons green onions
    • Remove the tender leaves from the stems of the cilantro and mince them finely.
      2 tablespoons cilantro

    Make The Coleslaw Dressing

    • Mix all of the ingredients together in a small bowl.
      ¼ cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon sesame oil
    • Whisk with a fork to combine.

    Assemble The Salad

    • Combine the cabbage mixture with the coleslaw dressing and toss to combine.

    Laura's Tips + Notes

    1. Kewpie Mayonnaise- order on Amazon if you can't find it locally. 
    2. Canned pineapple - To use canned pineapple in this recipe, used pineapple chunks packed in juice, not syrup. Drain well before adding the chunks to the slaw. 
    3. Garlic and ginger - prepared garlic and ginger can be found in the produce sections. These are both great ingredients to keep on hand. 

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    Nutrition

    Serving: 0.33cupCalories: 77kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 0.5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gCalcium: 13mgIron: 0.2mg
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    About Laura Reigel

    Laura is the owner and CEO of Foodology Geek. She holds a degree in Physiology and Neuroscience as well as a Certification as a Nutrition Coach. Laura uses her love of cooking and science to create healthy real food recipes that you'll love eating.

    As a certified recipe hoarder, and meal prep maven Laura is passionate about sharing her love for cooking easy from-scratch recipes. She also shares the occasional family recipe and all of the technical details.

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