Homemade KFC Coleslaw

Recreate the classic creamy crunch of your favorite fast-food side dish with this irresistible Homemade KFC Coleslaw recipe! Made with finely chopped cabbage and a touch of grated carrot, this coleslaw perfectly mimics the iconic texture and flavor everyone loves. The rich, tangy dressing combines buttermilk, mayonnaise, and a hint of lemon juice with the sweetness of sugar and a subtle kick of vinegar for a balanced, crave-worthy bite. Just 20 minutes of prep time is all it takes to whip up this crowd-pleasing dish, but letting it chill overnight ensures the flavors fully meld for an authentic KFC-style experience. Whether you're serving it with fried chicken, barbecue, or as a standalone salad, this DIY coleslaw is the perfect addition to any meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

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Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

8 cups Cabbage
0.25 cup Carrot
0.33 cup Sugar
0.5 teaspoon Salt
0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
0.25 cup Whole Milk
0.5 cup Buttermilk
0.5 cup Mayonnaise
2.5 tablespoons White Vinegar
1.5 tablespoons Lemon Juice
2 tablespoons Grated Onion

Directions

Step 1

Finely chop the cabbage. A food processor can make this quicker and ensure a fine chop similar to KFC's texture. Place into a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add grated carrot to the cabbage and mix well.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, combine sugar, salt, pepper, milk, buttermilk, mayonnaise, vinegar, lemon juice, and grated onion. Whisk until smooth and fully combined.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrot mixture.

Step 5

Toss until the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 6

Cover the bowl and refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight. This lets the flavors meld together.

Step 7

Before serving, give the coleslaw a good stir to ensure the dressing is evenly distributed.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1216.1 grams (1216.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1457

Total Fat 93.40g	120%
Saturated Fat 11.60g	58%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.40g
Cholesterol 138mg	46%
Sodium 1761mg	77%
Total Carbohydrate 147.30g	54%
Dietary Fiber 19.80g	71%
Total Sugars 100.80g
Protein 15.80g	32%

Vitamin D 90IU	451%
Calcium 528mg	41%
Iron 4mg	22%
Potassium 1667mg	35%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.3%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 39.5%