Recreate the iconic crunch and tang of everyone's favorite fast-food slaw with this KFC Coleslaw Copycat Recipe by Todd Wilbur! Featuring a blend of finely chopped green cabbage, shredded carrots, and a touch of minced onion, this recipe delivers the perfect balance of creamy sweetness and zesty freshness. The secret lies in the rich, velvety dressing made with buttermilk, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and a dash of white vinegar for that signature tang. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep, this classic coleslaw comes to life after chilling, making it the ultimate make-ahead side dish for barbecues, picnics, or family dinners. Experience the authentic flavor you've been craving with this easy-to-follow recipe that serves up to 8!
Finely chop the green cabbage and shred the carrots. Combine them in a large mixing bowl.
Add the finely minced onion to the bowl with the cabbage and carrots.
In a separate medium-sized bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, salt, black pepper, buttermilk, whole milk, mayonnaise, white vinegar, and lemon juice to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and stir well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight if possible, to allow the flavors to meld together.
Give the coleslaw a good stir before serving. Enjoy as a perfect side dish or picnic staple!
Calories |
1350 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 90.9 g | 117% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.3 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 132 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 1649 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 131.0 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.2 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 90.6 g | ||
| Protein | 10.9 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 358 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1198 mg | 25% | |
*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.