Description
This KFC Copycat Coleslaw recipe replicates the classic creamy, tangy coleslaw served at KFC, featuring finely chopped cabbage and carrot mixed with a deliciously smooth dressing made from mayonnaise, buttermilk, vinegar, and a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. It’s easy to prepare and perfect as a refreshing side dish to your favorite fried chicken or barbecue meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- ½ head cabbage, finely chopped (about 4 cups)
- ½ medium carrot, finely chopped
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons buttermilk
- 4¼ teaspoons white vinegar
- 1½ tablespoons onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons whole milk
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 4 teaspoons sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅜ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Chop the Vegetables: Using a food processor, pulse the cabbage until finely chopped into small squares, avoiding pulverizing it completely. Repeat the same process with the carrot. Combine both chopped cabbage and carrot in a medium-sized bowl.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, thoroughly mix together the buttermilk, white vinegar, finely chopped onion, whole milk, mayonnaise, lemon juice, sugar, salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine: Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrot mixture. Stir well to evenly coat all the vegetables. Don’t worry if the mixture appears slightly dry at first; the moisture from the cabbage will gradually be released and blend with the dressing.
- Refrigerate: Cover the coleslaw and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This resting time allows the flavors of the dressing to meld with the vegetables and softens the cabbage slightly.
- Serve: Before serving, briefly stir the coleslaw once more to redistribute any settled dressing. Enjoy as a side dish alongside fried chicken, burgers, or barbecue.
Notes
- Finely chopping the cabbage and carrot is key to achieving the authentic KFC coleslaw texture.
- Using buttermilk adds a subtle tang that closely mimics the original recipe’s flavor.
- The coleslaw tastes best after it has chilled for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Adjust sugar and salt to taste, depending on your preference for sweetness and seasoning.
- This recipe can be made fresh, but overnight refrigeration enhances the flavor and texture even more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: KFC coleslaw, copycat recipe, coleslaw, side dish, creamy coleslaw, American coleslaw
