Ingredients

  • 1 small cabbage, finely shredded (1 lb.)
  • 2 celery ribs, halved lengthwise and sliced
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded carrots
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons minced red onions
  • 1/4 cup cider vinegar
  • 1 -2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 -2 teaspoon brown mustard
  • Tabasco sauce
  • 1/4 cup canola oil

Method

  • Add the following ingredients to a large bowl in order listed (do not mix, just pile one on top of the next): cabbage, celery, carrots, bell pepper, and red onions.
  • In a smaller bowl, add the vinegar, sugar, and salt; whisk until clear.
  • Add in the black pepper, mustard, and Tabasco to taste; stir to mix, then pour on the vegetables.
  • In a small skillet, heat the oil until it just begins to smoke.
  • Pour hot oil over vegetables, aiming particularly for the onions and pepper.
  • Let rest for 3-4 minutes.
  • Toss and serve; may refrigerate for later use.