Description
Creamy KFC coleslaw copycat recipe brings classic Southern comfort to your table. Crisp cabbage and tangy dressing combine for a nostalgic side dish that complements any meal and satisfies you with its authentic flavor profile.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz (454 g) coleslaw mix
- 1/3 cup (67 g) sugar
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) buttermilk
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) lemon juice
- 1 1/2 tbsps (22 ml) apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 tsp celery seed
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Craft a harmonious dressing by whisking buttermilk, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, salt, pepper, and celery seed in a medium bowl until silky smooth and sugar completely dissolves.
- Combine pre-shredded coleslaw mix in a large bowl, then generously drench with prepared dressing. Thoroughly toss using a spacious spoon to ensure every cabbage strand is luxuriously coated.
- Seal the bowl with plastic wrap or lid, then refrigerate for 6-8 hours. This crucial resting period allows flavors to intertwine and vegetables to absorb the tangy, creamy dressing, transforming the simple ingredients into a delectable side dish.
Notes
- Whisk ingredients thoroughly to create a smooth, well-blended dressing that ensures even flavor distribution across the coleslaw.
- Letting the coleslaw sit in the refrigerator for 6-8 hours allows the flavors to develop and intensify, mimicking the signature KFC taste.
- Swap regular mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter version, or add shredded carrots for extra crunch and nutrition.
- This coleslaw actually tastes better the next day, making it perfect for meal prep and potluck gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 230 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg