Just Like Kfc Coleslaw Copycat
Recreate the iconic crunch and creamy sweetness of everyone’s favorite fast-food side dish with this "Just Like KFC Coleslaw Copycat" recipe! Featuring finely chopped green cabbage, grated carrot, and a touch of onion for that perfect balance of texture and flavor, this coleslaw is tossed in a luscious homemade dressing made with mayonnaise, tangy white vinegar, a hint of lemon juice, and just the right amount of sweetness. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep, this crowd-pleasing side dish gets even better after chilling in the fridge, allowing the flavors to meld into perfection. Ideal for BBQs, potlucks, or pairing with fried chicken, this KFC-inspired coleslaw delivers restaurant-level taste right from your kitchen. Indulge in the simplicity and nostalgia of this irresistible classic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups (finely chopped) Green cabbage
- 1 medium size (grated) Carrot
- 2 tablespoons (grated) Onion
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons White vinegar
- 0.25 cup Whole milk
- 1.5 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
Finely chop the green cabbage until it’s small and uniform (or pulse it in a food processor for finer pieces, being careful not to over-process).
Grate the carrot and finely grate the onion.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cabbage, carrot, and onion. Toss to mix evenly.
In a separate medium-sized bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together mayonnaise, granulated sugar, white vinegar, milk, lemon juice, salt, and ground black pepper. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss thoroughly to coat every piece in the creamy dressing.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours (preferably overnight) to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, stir the coleslaw to redistribute the dressing evenly. Serve chilled as a side dish, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2021 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 175.2 g | 225% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.0 g | 85% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 243 mg | 81% | |
| Sodium | 1875 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 112.0 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.3 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.1 g | ||
| Protein | 9.1 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 295 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1138 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
