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Copycat KFC Coleslaw Recipe

Copycat KFC Coleslaw Recipe

This Copycat KFC Coleslaw Recipe captures the sweet and tangy flavor of the original dish, perfect as a side.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Knife
  • food processor
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • airtight container

Ingredients
  

Cabbage and Vegetables

  • 8 cups cabbage, very finely chopped (about 1 medium head)
  • ¼ cup carrot, finely shredded
  • 2 tablespoons onion, minced very fine

Dressing

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup whole milk
  • ¼ cup buttermilk
  • 2 ½ tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 ½ tablespoons white vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
 

Shred the Base

  • Finely chop the cabbage into very small pieces using a sharp knife or a food processor.
  • Avoid over-processing to prevent turning it into a watery paste.

Prep the Color

  • Grate the carrot using small holes on a box grater.
  • Toss the shredded carrot with the cabbage in a large mixing bowl.

Mince the Onion

  • Finely mince the onion and add it to the bowl with cabbage and carrots.
  • Ensure it's small enough for the flavor to spread without chunks.

Whisk the Dressing

  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sugar, milk, and buttermilk until smooth.

Add the Acid

  • Add lemon juice and white vinegar to the dressing mixture.
  • Stir in salt and black pepper, whisk thoroughly.

Combine the Bowl

  • Pour the dressing over the finely chopped vegetables and fold until well-coated.

Seal the Batch

  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container.

Chill the Mix

  • Refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight for best results.

Stir and Serve

  • Give coleslaw a final stir before serving cold.
  • Best as a side for fried chicken or sandwiches.

Notes

For best flavor, allow the coleslaw to rest for at least four hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 2mg
Keyword coleslaw, copycat recipe, KFC coleslaw, salad, sidedish, Vegetables
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