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KFC Coleslaw Recipe

KFC Coleslaw Recipe

This homemade KFC coleslaw recipe is a creamy, tangy, and budget-friendly side dish that tastes just like the original. It's easy to make and perfect for summer cookouts, BBQs, and weeknight chicken dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 12 bowls
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 105
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Coleslaw Ingredients
  • 8 cups green cabbage finely chopped (about 1 medium head)
  • 1/4 cup carrot shredded (about 1 small carrot)
  • 2 tablespoons onion minced
Dressing
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice fresh
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Food Processor
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, mayonnaise, milk, buttermilk, lemon juice, and vinegar until smooth.
  2. Add the finely chopped cabbage, shredded carrot, and minced onion to the bowl.
  3. Season with salt and pepper, then toss until the vegetables are fully coated with the dressing.
  4. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to let the flavors meld. Best if chilled up to 8 hours.
  5. Stir well before serving. Serve cold as a side dish.

Notes

Make sure the cabbage and carrot are chopped into very fine pieces for the best texture. A food processor can save time. Store leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge and consume within 2 days.