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The Famous KFC Coleslaw Recipe

This creamy and tangy coleslaw is a spot-on copycat of the beloved KFC side dish. With finely chopped cabbage, carrots, and a smooth buttermilk dressing, it’s the perfect balance of sweet and zesty. A refreshing side for fried chicken, BBQ, or picnics.

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Copycat Recipes, Make-Ahead, Picnic Food, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 10
Calories 128 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 cups green cabbage finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup carrot grated or finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup onion finely minced
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 2 1/2 tbsp lemon juice fresh
  • 1 1/2 tbsp white vinegar
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, combine the chopped cabbage, grated carrot, and minced onion.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, buttermilk, milk, lemon juice, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  • Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and stir well to combine.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, for best flavor.
  • Stir before serving and enjoy chilled.

Notes

Use a food processor for finer texture, similar to KFC’s coleslaw consistency.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 128kcalCarbohydrates: 12.3gProtein: 1.4gFat: 8.5gSaturated Fat: 1.4gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 185mgFiber: 1.9gSugar: 3g
Keyword buttermilk dressing, coleslaw, creamy slaw, KFC copycat, picnic side