Recreate the iconic crunch and creamy sweetness of everyone’s favorite fast-food side dish with this "Just Like KFC Coleslaw Copycat" recipe! Featuring finely chopped green cabbage, grated carrot, and a touch of onion for that perfect balance of texture and flavor, this coleslaw is tossed in a luscious homemade dressing made with mayonnaise, tangy white vinegar, a hint of lemon juice, and just the right amount of sweetness. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep, this crowd-pleasing side dish gets even better after chilling in the fridge, allowing the flavors to meld into perfection. Ideal for BBQs, potlucks, or pairing with fried chicken, this KFC-inspired coleslaw delivers restaurant-level taste right from your kitchen. Indulge in the simplicity and nostalgia of this irresistible classic!
Finely chop the green cabbage until it’s small and uniform (or pulse it in a food processor for finer pieces, being careful not to over-process).
Grate the carrot and finely grate the onion.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cabbage, carrot, and onion. Toss to mix evenly.
In a separate medium-sized bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together mayonnaise, granulated sugar, white vinegar, milk, lemon juice, salt, and ground black pepper. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss thoroughly to coat every piece in the creamy dressing.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours (preferably overnight) to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, stir the coleslaw to redistribute the dressing evenly. Serve chilled as a side dish, and enjoy!
Serving size | 943.8 grams (943.8g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 2021 |
Total Fat 175.20g | 225% |
Saturated Fat 17.00g | 85% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g | |
Cholesterol 243mg | 81% |
Sodium 1875mg | 82% |
Total Carbohydrate 112.00g | 41% |
Dietary Fiber 14.30g | 51% |
Total Sugars 47.10g | |
Protein 9.10g | 18% |
Vitamin D 27IU | 134% |
Calcium 295mg | 23% |
Iron 3mg | 15% |
Potassium 1138mg | 24% |
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