Kfc Coleslaw by Real Employee

Recreate the iconic flavor of everyone's favorite fast-food side dish with this "KFC Coleslaw by Real Employee" recipe! Featuring finely chopped cabbage, shredded carrots, and a tangy-sweet dressing made from mayonnaise, buttermilk, and a hint of lemon juice, this coleslaw delivers authentic taste and creamy texture. The key to nailing the signature KFC-style slaw lies in the precise chopping and a resting time of at least four hours, allowing the flavors to meld perfectly. Perfectly balanced with a touch of sweetness and zesty vinegar, this crowd-pleasing side dish pairs beautifully with fried chicken, barbecue, or any hearty meal. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, this homemade version of KFC coleslaw will make your dinners unforgettable!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 cups (finely chopped) Cabbage
• 0.25 cup (finely shredded) Carrots
• 2 tablespoons (finely minced) Onion
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.33 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 0.25 cup Buttermilk
• 2.5 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1.5 tablespoons White vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by finely chopping the cabbage and shredding the carrots. The goal is to mimic the small, even pieces you find in KFC coleslaw. Use a food processor if you have one for the finest texture.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the finely chopped cabbage, shredded carrots, and minced onion. Set the mixture aside.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, granulated sugar, milk, buttermilk, lemon juice, white vinegar, salt, and ground black pepper. Whisk thoroughly until the dressing is smooth and fully combined.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture. Using a large spoon or spatula, mix everything until the cabbage and carrots are evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 5

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the coleslaw to an airtight container.

Step 6

Refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. This resting time allows the flavors to meld and the coleslaw to reach its classic creamy texture.

Step 7

Before serving, give the coleslaw a quick stir to redistribute any dressing that may have settled.

Step 8

Serve chilled as a perfect side dish to fried chicken, barbecue, or any meal of your choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1145.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1400.3

Total Fat 90.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 129.8mg	0%
Sodium 1692.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 145.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.4g	0%
Total Sugars 98.5g
Protein 14.0g	0%

Vitamin D 58.6IU	0%
Calcium 455.6mg	0%
Iron 3.8mg	0%
Potassium 1595.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.1%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 40.1%