Kfc Coleslaw by Real Employee
Recreate the iconic flavor of everyone's favorite fast-food side dish with this "KFC Coleslaw by Real Employee" recipe! Featuring finely chopped cabbage, shredded carrots, and a tangy-sweet dressing made from mayonnaise, buttermilk, and a hint of lemon juice, this coleslaw delivers authentic taste and creamy texture. The key to nailing the signature KFC-style slaw lies in the precise chopping and a resting time of at least four hours, allowing the flavors to meld perfectly. Perfectly balanced with a touch of sweetness and zesty vinegar, this crowd-pleasing side dish pairs beautifully with fried chicken, barbecue, or any hearty meal. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, this homemade version of KFC coleslaw will make your dinners unforgettable!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups (finely chopped) Cabbage
- 0.25 cup (finely shredded) Carrots
- 2 tablespoons (finely minced) Onion
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.33 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Milk
- 0.25 cup Buttermilk
- 2.5 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1.5 tablespoons White vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
Instructions
Start by finely chopping the cabbage and shredding the carrots. The goal is to mimic the small, even pieces you find in KFC coleslaw. Use a food processor if you have one for the finest texture.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the finely chopped cabbage, shredded carrots, and minced onion. Set the mixture aside.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, granulated sugar, milk, buttermilk, lemon juice, white vinegar, salt, and ground black pepper. Whisk thoroughly until the dressing is smooth and fully combined.
Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture. Using a large spoon or spatula, mix everything until the cabbage and carrots are evenly coated with the dressing.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the coleslaw to an airtight container.
Refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. This resting time allows the flavors to meld and the coleslaw to reach its classic creamy texture.
Before serving, give the coleslaw a quick stir to redistribute any dressing that may have settled.
Serve chilled as a perfect side dish to fried chicken, barbecue, or any meal of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1400 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.5 g | 116% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.0 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 130 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 1693 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 145.5 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.4 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 98.5 g | ||
| Protein | 14.0 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 456 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1595 mg | 34% | |
*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.
