Kfc Cole Slaw Recipe

Learn how to make it at home with this KFC Coleslaw Copycat Recipe! Just like the delicious coleslaw served at your favorite fried chicken restaurant!

kfc cole slaw recipe

KFC Coleslaw Recipe

kfc cole slaw recipe

A crunchy coleslaw in creamy dressing that tastes just like the slaw from KFC!

Prep: 10min

Total: 10min

Yield: 12

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 105 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 7 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 174 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 8 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 8 cups cabbage finely chopped (about 1 head)
  • 1/4 cup shredded carrot (about 1 carrot)
  • 2 tbs minced onion
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 2 1/2 tbs lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 tbs white vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper

Instruction:

  1. In a large bowl, mix together, the milks, mayonnaise, sugar, lemon juice and vinegar. Add the onion, carrots and cabbage with salt and pepper. Toss to thoroughly coat the vegetables in the dressing.
  2. Cover and let chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours (or as many as 8) before serving.

KFC Coleslaw Recipe

kfc cole slaw recipe

This KFC Coleslaw Recipe is as close as you can get without actually ordering it from the restaurant directly. The taste is simply perfect!

Prep: 20min

Total: 740min

Yield: 10

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 127 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 9 g, Saturated Fat 2 g, Trans Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 6 mg, Sodium 209 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 10 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 8 cups finely chopped cabbage
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped carrot
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons very finely minced yellow onion
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground pepper

Instruction:

  1. Chop the vegetables very fine: the cabbage, carrots, and onions are all chopped very fine, almost like the size of rice. You can chop them with a sharp knife, or if you have a food processor with a shredding attachment, use that and then finely chop with a sharp knife. (See note about using a pre-shredded coleslaw mix.)
  2. In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients for the dressing. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Add in cabbage, carrots, and onion; mix well until everything is thoroughly coated.
  4. Cover and refrigerate overnight. (If you have time – and can remember! – stir it occasionally. This will give you the absolute best results.) Stir again before serving and enjoy!

How to Make KFC Coleslaw at Home!

FAQ

What is KFC coleslaw made of?

But keep in mind that true KFC Coleslaw only contains green cabbage, carrots, and onions, so don’t use the packaged cabbage that has red cabbage or any herbs.

What is the coleslaw sauce made of?

What Is Coleslaw Dressing Made Of? This creamy, mayo-based dressing uses ingredients you likely have on hand: sugar, lemon juice, vinegar, salt, pepper, and of course, mayonnaise. The resulting dressing is just the right balance of sweet, tangy, creamy, and peppery!

Does KFC coleslaw contain horseradish?

If you prefer that just substitute the Miracle Whip for the Mayo and leave out the buttermilk…. The ORIGINAL original KFC Coleslaw had a little horseradish in it – you can try about 1-½ teaspoons if you remember that version.

What happened to coleslaw at KFC?

The fast food chain was forced to stop selling its coleslaw tubs when a supply issue meant the slaw would have to be served up without the dressing.

What is creamy coleslaw made of?

Combine the shredded cabbage and carrots in a large bowl. Whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, onion, sugar, vinegar, mustard, celery salt, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl, and then add to the cabbage mixture. Mix well to combine and taste for seasoning; add more salt, pepper, or sugar if desired.

How good is KFC coleslaw?

KFC coleslaw has that working in its favor yes, but also it’s more than just fresh. The taste is pretty good overall. It isn’t too vinegary, and at the same time not overboard in the creaminess department either.

About the author

Helen is an author and editor at helenbackcafe.com, who has a passion for writing about recipes. She loves to experiment with different ingredients and cooking techniques to create delicious and unique dishes.

Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.

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