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KFC Coleslaw Recipe

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A creamy and tangy homemade version of the classic KFC Coleslaw, featuring finely chopped cabbage and carrots tossed in a sweet and zesty dressing made with mayonnaise, buttermilk, lemon juice, and white vinegar. This coleslaw is chilled to perfectly meld flavors, making it a refreshing side dish for any meal.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

  • 8 cups cabbage, finely chopped (about 1 head)
  • 1/4 cup shredded carrot (about 1 carrot)
  • 2 tablespoons minced onion

Dressing

  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dressing and vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk, milk, mayonnaise, sugar, lemon juice, and white vinegar thoroughly until the dressing is smooth and evenly mixed. Then add the minced onion, shredded carrots, and finely chopped cabbage to the bowl.
  2. Toss and season: Sprinkle the salt and pepper over the vegetables and toss everything together until the cabbage and carrots are fully coated in the dressing.
  3. Chill the coleslaw: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the cabbage to soften. For best flavor, chill up to 8 hours before serving.

Notes

  • Finely chopping the cabbage is key to achieving the classic KFC coleslaw texture.
  • For a thicker dressing, use full-fat mayonnaise and buttermilk.
  • Chilling helps develop the flavor and softens the cabbage, so plan ahead.
  • This coleslaw keeps well refrigerated for 2-3 days in an airtight container.
  • You can adjust the sugar or lemon juice according to your preferred balance of sweet and tangy flavors.

Keywords: KFC coleslaw, homemade coleslaw, creamy coleslaw, cabbage salad, summer side dish

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