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KFC Coleslaw

Make the perfect creamy, tangy KFC-style coleslaw at home with this easy recipe!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup milk
  • ¼ cup buttermilk
  • 2½ tbsp lemon juice
  • 1½ tbsp white vinegar
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ⅛ tsp black pepper
  • 8 cups finely chopped green cabbage about 1 head
  • ¼ cup shredded carrot about 1 medium carrot
  • 2 tbsp minced onion

Method
 

Prep the Vegetables
  1. Use a food processor with a fine shredder disc to chop the cabbage finely and shred the carrot. Alternatively, use a sharp knife or box grater for a hand-cut version.
  2. Place the cabbage and shredded carrot into a large mixing bowl. Stir in the minced onion.
Make the Dressing
    In a food processor (or a mixing bowl), combine:
    1. Mayonnaise
    2. Sugar
    3. Milk
    4. Buttermilk
    5. Lemon juice
    6. White vinegar
    7. Salt
    8. Black pepper
    9. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
    Combine and Chill
    1. Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture. Mix thoroughly until all the veggies are evenly coated.
    2. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. This allows the flavors to meld and the slaw to soften just the right amount.
    Serve
    1. Stir well before serving. Spoon it up alongside fried chicken, grilled fish, sandwiches, or BBQ.