CHUCK HUGHES: Mild Mustard Coleslaw – 375ml

A coleslaw that actually tastes of something

Chuck Hughes Mild Mustard Coleslaw is a jarred turmeric-mustard slaw of cabbage, carrot and onion from Montreal chef Chuck Hughes — the tangy crown for pulled pork rolls, hot dogs and burgers. Forget the mayo-drenched stuff sitting sadly next to the sausages — this is cabbage, carrot and onion built around a proper mustard base, turmeric-yellow and sharp instead of gloopy and forgettable. It's the coleslaw Chuck Hughes would put next to a burger, not the one that gets left in the bowl.

The flavour

Mustard seed, vinegar and turmeric lead the charge, giving it a sharp, tangy front rather than a creamy one. Sugar rounds the edges, carrot and onion add crunch and bite, and garlic and onion powder sit underneath to keep it savoury. No chilli heat here — this is all tang, not temperature.

How to cook with it

• Pile it onto a pulled pork or brisket sandwich instead of plain slaw
• Load it onto a burger for crunch and mustard tang in one hit
• Serve as a proper BBQ side next to ribs or snags
• Spoon it alongside a ham and cheese roll for a sharper lunch
• Rogue move: use it as a hot dog topper instead of the usual mustard squeeze

In the jar

A bright, turmeric-yellow slaw with visible shredded cabbage, carrot and onion running through a thick mustard dressing — spoonable, chunky, not smooth.

Ingredients & Dietary

Ingredients: Cabbage, Mustard (vinegar, water, mustard seeds, salt, turmeric, spices), Sugar, Onion, Carrot, White vinegar, Salt, Garlic powder, Onion powder, Spices.

Dietary: Vegan and gluten free. Contains mustard. Always check the physical label for the most accurate ingredient and allergen information.

The Rub Smuggler's Verdict

This slaw runs on mustard instead of mayo. It's bright, sharp and crunchy, and it stays put on a stacked roll without sliding off. Its home is a pulled pork bun. Rub the shoulder with Four Saucemen The Pork Rub, smoke it until it falls apart, wet it with Butchers Axe Mustard BBQ Sauce and pile this on top. Fair warning: you'll have mustard on your shirt by the end.

Questions answered

Is this coleslaw spicy?

No — this is the mild version, all mustard tang and turmeric, no chilli heat.

What should I serve it with?

Pulled pork or brisket sandwiches, burgers, hot dogs, or as a side with ribs and snags off the barbecue.

What allergens does it contain?

Contains mustard. It's vegan and gluten free. Always check the physical label for the latest.