Description
This KFC copycat coleslaw recipe replicates the beloved classic side dish with a creamy, tangy dressing perfectly balanced with shredded cabbage, carrots, and minced onions. Ready in just 8 minutes, it’s a delicious, refreshing complement to any meal.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 1 green cabbage, chopped (about 7-8 cups)
- ½ cup shredded or chopped carrot
- 2 tablespoons minced onions
Dressing
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- ½ teaspoon mustard powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Chop the cabbage finely in a food processor so that pieces are slightly larger than rice grains. Shred or chop the carrots similarly. Combine the cabbage, carrots, and minced onions in a large mixing bowl.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, buttermilk, mustard powder, white vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Toss the Coleslaw: Pour the dressing over the chopped vegetables and mix thoroughly until all the ingredients are evenly coated. Chill before serving if desired for enhanced flavor.
Notes
- For best results, finely chop the cabbage to replicate the original KFC texture.
- Allow the coleslaw to chill for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
- You can adjust sugar and lemon juice to balance sweetness and tang to your preference.
- This coleslaw is best served fresh within 1-2 days to maintain crispness.
- Use low-fat or regular mayonnaise based on dietary preference.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dishes
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
