KFC-Style Coleslaw Recipe: Creamy and Tangy
Classic KFC-Style Coleslaw with creamy, tangy flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Chilling 1 hour hr
Total Time 1 hour hr 15 minutes mins
- 4 cups finely chopped green cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- ¼ cup finely chopped yellow onion
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup buttermilk
- 2 tbsp white vinegar
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Optional: Chopped parsley extra shredded carrot
- Suggested Pairings: Iced tea lemonade
Chop cabbage, carrots, and onion; toss in a large bowl.
Whisk mayonnaise, buttermilk, vinegar, sugar, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Taste and adjust the dressing.
Pour dressing over vegetables; toss to coat.
Chill for 1 hour.
Serve in a white ceramic bowl with parsley, chicken, or cornbread.
- Chop vegetables finely for the KFC texture.
- Store in the fridge for 3 days; don’t freeze.
- Try a vegan or spicy variation.
- Pair with mashed potatoes.