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Side view of a large bowl of Coleslaw.
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4.70 from 20 votes

Copycat KFC Coleslaw Recipe

This crunchy Coleslaw Recipe tastes just like what Kentucky Fried Chicken serves at its restaurants, but for a fraction of the price! The perfect side dish for BBQs and potlucks!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Side, Side Dish
Servings: 16
Calories: 83kcal
Author: Emily Walker

Ingredients

  • 8 cups finely chopped cabbage
  • ¼ cup julienned carrot
  • ⅓ cup sugar
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon pepper
  • ½ cup milk
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • 1 ½ tablespoons distilled white vinegar
  • 2 ½ tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 ½ teaspoons yellow mustard optional, but adds a nice flavor

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, toss cabbage with carrots. Set aside.
    Glass bowl of shredded green cabbage and carrots for Coleslaw.
  • In a separate bowl, combine all remaining ingredients. Whisk until smooth.
    Glass bowl of dressing on Homemade Coleslaw. Whisk on the side.
  • Pour over cabbage and carrots. Mix well.
    Wooden spoon mixing a bowl of cabbage, carrot and dressing for Coleslaw.
  • Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
    Plate with crispy chicken, biscuit and a small bowl of Coleslaw. Fork on the side.

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Notes

  • To save time, you can use a packaged bag of shredded cabbage instead of chopping your own.
  • The mustard is optional, but I think it adds a nice flavor. 
  • It's okay to serve this dish immediately, but it's best if you let it sit overnight. It can even keep for up to 2-3 days, but you should toss it once it starts to get mushy. 

Nutrition

Calories: 83kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 97mg | Potassium: 90mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 400IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 1mg