I found this copycat recipe in a file -- it's supposed to be a 'copycat' of the Pittsburgh restaurant Primanti Brothers cole slaw.
It's actually pretty close. I'd say cut back on the oil (it's a bit much) but otherwise, on a sandwich, it DEFINATELY tastes like primanti!
We served it on pulled pork this time -- very tasty!
(Sorry, no pictures..we gobbled it up!)
"Primanti Bros" Style Cole Slaw
(SomeOldCookbookICan'tRemember)
1 head green cabbage, shredded
1 onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
6 tablespoons sugar
6 tablespoons oil (don't use olive oil...the flavor would be too strong)
salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Combine the shredded cabbage and onions in a bowl
- In a pot, dissolve the sugar into the vinegar and oil over low heat; add the salt and pepper and cool completely
- When cool, pour over the cabbage mixture and chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour before serving
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Kelly,
Thanks so much for posting this recipe. I love their cole slaw and this was simple and taste just like it. I'm happy now. :) diane
Thanks for the recipe. We are going to try and recreate their sandwiches this weekend! Hope they turn out good. Do you know what kind of meat they use on their sandwiches?
Hey Chelsi!
I couldn't access your blog, or an email address, so I'm responding here.
The meat used depends on what primanti sandwich you're re-creating. They actually have about 15 different meats on sandwiches that are primanti-style!
I am watching a program on Travel HD featuring Primanti's. when referring to the coleslaw the owner specified she uses "herbs and spices" in the coleslaw. Your recipe specifies only salt and pepper. Any thoughts on what else might be in the slaw? As a kid growing up in Butte, Montana, I ate often at a restaurant in nearby Meaderville, known as the Aero. Their Italian coleslaw is a special memory, and I can only imagine was similar to Primanti's. Other restaurants in the area also featured this item as a regular antipasti dish. I am going to try this basic recipe soon.
Hi Brian,
I genuinely believe she says that and doesn't even realize it. I don't believe there are any herbs and spices in the coleslaw -- at least nothing that shows up as flecks in the coleslaw! The only "herbs and spices" I can find in any of the copycat recipes are salt, pepper, and (occasionally) celery salt.
That's it! :)
Hope it helps.
Great... will be trying this soon...
Thanks...
Brian
I agree with the Celery seed, other then that I love the copycat recipe as it is a regular in my household.
Capt Steve
I just bookmarked this thread. I have a Primanti's 3 miles away. Never ate there. I am going to try one of their sandwiches soon. When I do, I will report back about the spices. I have heard them describe it as italian seasoned coleslaw. We shall see.
I made this recipe as a guide adding some shredded carrot and used 10 packets of Splenda sweetener instead of sugar (cooking for a diabetic friend). I also used grape seed oil which is very light in flavor and added a pinch of dill weed. It came out excellent and pairs well with any sandwich, on it or the side. Thanks for the idea Kelly!
tasted to much like onion
I leave out the onion and used some celery salt. Tastes just like the original.
this is a very close resemblance to the real deal!!!
I run a primantis and I know the real recipe :) good luck trying
Nice snarky comment from the anonymous Primanti's owner. Personally as a Pittsburgh native, I've eaten at Primanti's a number of times and don't get the big deal. The "slaw" really shouldn't be called slaw in my opinion. It's just sweetish chopped cabbage. The fries are always on the burnt side, and the bread is useless after 2 bites, at which time it transforms into flattened greasy shreds. The only times I've ever truly "enjoyed" their sandwiches was when I've been drunk off my ass. Not something that I'd seek out otherwise.
Way to be a jerk. go somewhere else.
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