Description
This KFC coleslaw copycat recipe recreates the creamy, tangy crunch of the original. Perfect for picnics, BBQs, or fried chicken night, this homemade coleslaw is made with cabbage, carrots, buttermilk, and a sweet-tangy dressing. The best coleslaw recipe for classic comfort food lovers.
Ingredients
1 small head green cabbage, finely chopped
2 medium carrots, shredded or finely chopped
2 tablespoons finely minced onion
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup whole milk
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Finely chop the cabbage and carrots, and mince the onion. Use a food processor for best texture but do not over-process.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, buttermilk, milk, sugar, vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
3. Add chopped cabbage, carrots, and onion to the bowl and mix thoroughly to coat all vegetables evenly.
4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to blend and the slaw to chill.
5. Before serving, stir the coleslaw well and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve cold.
Notes
Use fresh cabbage for maximum crunch.
Letting the coleslaw sit overnight improves the flavor significantly.
Chop vegetables finely to get that authentic KFC texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 8mg