Description
This copycat KFC coleslaw is creamy, crisp, sweet, and tangy, made with finely chopped cabbage, shredded carrots, and a smooth mayonnaise-based dressing. Chilling it before serving allows the flavors to blend for that classic coleslaw taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 small head green cabbage, finely chopped
- 2 medium carrots, finely shredded
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons white or apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup milk
- ¼ cup buttermilk, optional
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Finely chop the cabbage into small, uniform pieces.
- Shred the carrots and combine them with the chopped cabbage in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, milk, and buttermilk if using. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrots.
- Toss thoroughly until all of the vegetables are evenly coated.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to blend. For even better flavor, chill overnight.
- Stir the coleslaw before serving and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Notes
- Finely chopped vegetables give the coleslaw its classic texture.
- Use a fresh, firm green cabbage for the best crunch.
- For a sweeter version, add a little extra sugar to taste.
- Diced apple or raisins can be added for a fruity variation.
- For a vegan version, use vegan mayonnaise and replace the buttermilk with plant-based milk mixed with a small amount of vinegar.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3–5 days. The coleslaw is best enjoyed within the first couple of days for maximum crispness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 12 mg
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