KFC Coleslaw Recipe
A creamy and tangy KFC-style coleslaw that perfectly balances crisp cabbage and carrots with a rich, sweet, and zesty dressing. This homemade version captures the classic flavors of the popular fast-food side dish, making it a delightful addition to any meal or barbecue.
- Author: rami
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-cook, Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Vegetables
- 1 bag coleslaw mix (shredded cabbage, approximately 14 oz)
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- ¼ cup finely chopped onion
Dressing
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup buttermilk
- ¼ cup milk
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Combine Vegetables: Place the shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, and finely chopped onion into a large mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly to ensure an even distribution of ingredients.
- Prepare Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, buttermilk, milk, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and white vinegar until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Mix Dressing and Vegetables: Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss well to coat all the vegetables evenly with the dressing.
- Season and Chill: Add salt and pepper to taste, then cover the bowl and refrigerate the coleslaw for several hours (at least 2-3 hours) to allow flavors to meld and the salad to chill before serving.
Notes
- For best flavor, prepare the coleslaw at least 3 hours before serving.
- Adjust sugar and lemon juice to your taste for preferred sweetness and acidity.
- If you prefer a creamier texture, increase the mayonnaise slightly.
- Optional: Add a pinch of celery seed for a traditional coleslaw twist.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (~150g)
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1.5 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
Keywords: KFC coleslaw, creamy coleslaw, homemade coleslaw, fast food side dish, cabbage salad