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Copycat KFC-Style Coleslaw
If you’re a fan of classic American side dishes, this Copycat KFC-Style Coleslaw is one recipe you’ll want to keep on hand. Creamy, slightly sweet, and perfectly tangy, it captures the familiar flavor of the famous restaurant favorite. The combination of buttermilk, lemon juice, and a touch of vinegar creates a balanced dressing that coats every shred of cabbage and carrot. After a few hours in the refrigerator, the flavors blend beautifully, making this refreshing coleslaw the perfect companion to fried chicken, barbecue, burgers, or sandwiches.
Ingredients
8 cups coleslaw mix or finely shredded green and red cabbage
1 cup shredded carrots
¼ cup yellow or white onion, finely minced
1½ cups mayonnaise (full-fat preferred)
⅓ cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons milk (whole or 2%)
¼ cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon white vinegar
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1: Prepare the Vegetables
If you are not using a pre-packaged coleslaw mix, finely shred the cabbage and carrots. Place the cabbage, shredded carrots, and minced onion in a large mixing bowl and toss gently to combine.
Step 2: Make the Creamy Dressing
In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, buttermilk, milk, sugar, lemon juice, white vinegar, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy. Continue whisking until the sugar has fully dissolved.
Step 3: Combine the Slaw
Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and gently toss until all the vegetables are evenly coated.
Step 4: Chill for Best Flavor
Cover the bowl tightly and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. For the best flavor and texture, let it chill overnight so the dressing can fully blend with the vegetables.
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Step 5: Stir and Serve
Before serving, give the coleslaw a good stir to mix the creamy dressing that settles at the bottom. Serve chilled.
Conclusion
This Copycat KFC-Style Coleslaw is creamy, crisp, and perfectly balanced between sweet and tangy. It’s the ideal side dish for cookouts, family dinners, and picnics. Once you make it at home, you may find it even better than the original—and it’s guaranteed to disappear quickly from the table!
