ensalada de col
descriptive
There is no single traditional Mexican name for coleslaw. People say ensalada de col or just use the English coleslaw on menus.
Meaning: a salad of shredded cabbage (noun)
Ways to say it
| Mexican | Note |
|---|---|
| ensalada de col | descriptive |
| coleslaw | borrowed |
Cabbage is col or repollo. Mexicans eat shredded cabbage mostly on tacos and tostadas rather than in a creamy salad.
Is it said differently in some regions?
You will see coleslaw on menus at places that serve American style food, such as fried chicken restaurants.
Did you know?
- The English word coleslaw comes from Dutch koolsla, meaning cabbage salad.
Examples in context
- Quiero ensalada de col.I want coleslaw.
- ¿La pechuga viene con coleslaw?Does the chicken breast come with coleslaw?
Example conversation
Sandra and the waiter Hugo talk about a side dish in a restaurant in Monterrey.
- Hugo¿Qué guarnición desea?Which side dish would you like?
- Sandra¿Tienen ensalada de col?Do you have coleslaw?
- HugoSí, la llamamos coleslaw.Yes, we call it coleslaw.
