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A rustic ceramic bowl filled with vibrant purple and green cabbage, corn, and black beans in a creamy dressing. (Frito Cowboy Cabbage Recipe)

Frito Cowboy Cabbage Recipe: The Ultimate Crunchy BBQ Side Dish

This Frito Cowboy Cabbage Recipe combines shredded green and purple cabbage with sweet corn, black beans, and a creamy mayo dressing, all topped with salty, crunchy Fritos for the ultimate BBQ side dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Southwestern
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb (450g) Green Cabbage finely shredded
  • 0.5 lb (225g) Red Cabbage finely shredded
  • 1.5 cups (250g) Sweet Corn Kernels canned or fresh
  • 1 can (425g) Black Beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup (240ml) Mayonnaise full fat preferred
  • 0.5 cup (120ml) Sour Cream
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tsp (2g) Smoked Paprika plus extra for dusting
  • 2 cups (200g) Frito Corn Chips Original flavor
  • 0.5 cup (15g) Fresh Cilantro finely chopped

Equipment

  • 1 Mandoline Slicer or Chef's Knife For fine shredding of cabbage.
  • 1 Large Rustic Ceramic Bowl For mixing and serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Shred the green and red cabbage into thin ribbons using a mandoline or chef's knife.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cabbages, rinsed black beans, and corn kernels.
Assembly
  1. In a small bowl, whisk mayonnaise, sour cream, and vinegar until smooth and creamy.
  2. Fold the dressing into the cabbage mixture until every leaf is evenly coated.
  3. Top with a heavy layer of Fritos, sprinkle with smoked paprika, and garnish with fresh cilantro immediately before serving.

Notes

Always add Fritos at the last second to prevent sogginess.
Rinse black beans thoroughly to keep the dressing white.