Description
Recreate the classic KFC coleslaw at home with this easy and authentic recipe. This coleslaw features finely chopped cabbage and carrots tossed in a creamy, sweet, and tangy dressing, making it the perfect side dish for picnics, barbecues, or any meal.
Ingredients
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- For the Coleslaw:
- 8 cups finely chopped green cabbage (about 1 medium head)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped carrot (about 1 medium carrot)
- 2 1/2 tablespoons finely minced yellow onion
- For the Dressing:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
- 2 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 1/2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
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Prepare the Vegetables:
- Remove the outer leaves and core from the cabbage. Using a sharp knife or food processor, finely chop the cabbage until the pieces are about the size of rice grains.
- Peel and finely chop the carrot to a similar size as the cabbage.
- Finely mince the yellow onion.
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Make the Dressing:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, granulated sugar, whole milk, buttermilk, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until smooth and well combined.
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Combine Vegetables and Dressing:
- Add the finely chopped cabbage, carrot, and minced onion to the bowl with the dressing. Toss thoroughly to ensure all the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
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Chill the Coleslaw:
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight. Chilling allows the flavors to meld and the coleslaw to achieve its characteristic taste and texture.
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Serve:
- Before serving, give the coleslaw a good stir. Serve chilled as a side dish to your favorite meals.
Notes
- For the most authentic texture, ensure the cabbage and carrot are chopped very finely, similar to the size of rice grains.
- Allowing the coleslaw to chill overnight enhances the flavor, making it taste more like the original KFC version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 313kcal
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg