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KFC Coleslaw Recipe

Moist KFC coleslaw is a creamy, tangy, and crunchy side dish made with cabbage, carrots, mayonnaise, buttermilk, milk, lemon juice, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Perfect for any meal, it's easy to make and versatile.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12

Ingredients

  • 1 head of cabbage finely chopped into approximately 8 cups
  • 1 carrot shredded into 1/4 cup
  • 2 tablespoons of minced onion
  • 1/3 cup of sugar
  • 1/2 cup of mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup of buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup of milk
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons of lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons of white vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon of pepper

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the milk, mayonnaise, sugar, lemon juice, and vinegar.
  • Add the chopped onion, shredded carrots, and chopped cabbage to the mixture, along with salt and pepper.
  • Toss the ingredients together to ensure that the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
  • Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or up to 8 hours) before serving.

Notes

The carrot and cabbage should be chopped into small, rice-sized pieces before adding them to the dressing.
Leftovers can be stored in the fridge, covered, and consumed within 2 days.
The recipe can easily be halved if desired.