KFC Coleslaw Recipe
This tangy coleslaw requires no preparation time and can be stored for days. KFC copycat recipes are always delicious, and this one is an all-time favorite. When you're preparing for your next picnic or potluck with friends, consider this easy coleslaw recipe. It's always a crowd pleaser any time it's served and it couldn't be any easier to make. If all restaurant copycat recipes were this simple and delicious, we'd never cook anything else! This KFC coleslaw recipe tastes great by itself, but we recommend serving it with fried chicken or on a pulled pork sandwich. When a side dish can enhance a main dish, you know it's done its job.
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Preparation Time10 min
Cooking Time8 hr
Ingredients
- 8 1/8 cups cabbage
- 1/3 cup carrots, shredded
- 1 teaspoon onion, chopped fine
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup mayonaise
- 1/8 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Core the cabbage, then shred using the slicing disk for the shredder attachment to the food processor.
- Shred the carrot the same way or use pre-shredded carrots.
- Mix together cabbage, carrot and onion.
- In a bowl, combine the buttermilk, mayonnaise, milk, and lemon juice with a whisk until well combined.
- Add the salt and pepper.
- Add the sugar to the sauce until well mixed in.
- Add the sauce to the cabbage and carrot mixture. Mix well and allow the mixture to marinate in the refrigerator 8 hours or overnight. Mix thoroughly before serving.
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Rnbowgrl
Oct 28, 2017
Well, now I know what I've been doing wrong in my many attempts to make KFC's coleslaw...buttermilk! I've never heard of Tarragon vinegar before prn, but now I'm curious about where I would even find such a thing. Maybe if I were to infuse the vinegar with the herbs and let it marinate that may work. I can't wait to try this recipe...I've always been a huge fan of KFC coleslaw.
Morehouse17
Aug 31, 2017
The picture here sure looks like the KFC Coleslaw. I am a fan and when I visit KFC I always select the slaw as one of my sides. Reading the reviews and still interested in trying it. Has anyone cut the recipe down? This makes a whole lot of slaw.
Baltisraul
Jun 24, 2017
Not very close copycat. No tarragon vinegar so there is no need to go further.
AllFreeCopycatReci pes Editor
Jun 27, 2017
Hello! Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment on this recipe. We are always looking for feedback from our readers. Thanks for mentioning the tarragon vinegar - we will keep this in mind when we update this recipe next. Take care!
Baltisraul
Aug 23, 2017
The tarragon vinegar is used to replace the lemon juice. Hope you give it a try in your test kitchen. Thanks.
Ruthep
May 30, 2017
This is good. I didn't use the onion. I've seen other recipes for KFC coleslaw and it never had onion. It did not need it. I also chopped it by hand. I may depend on the food processor. My food processor shreds it too fine to where it turns mushy and I like my coleslaw veggies crisp. It takes longer, but I prefer the outcome. This is great for a party and you can make it a day before and it taste.s even better
Gck24 7816915
May 01, 2017
This coleslaw is my husband's absolute favourite so I can't wait to try it! I'm guessing the buttermilk must be the ingredient that sets this apart from other coleslaw recipes. This will be great to make next time I cook cabbage rolls since I always seem to have cabbage left over . This would be great to bring to a picnic or potluck as well. Yum!!
Sandi C
May 01, 2017
KFC coleslaw is my absolute favorite. I buy it for any party we are having and I'm so excited to find this copycat recipe. I would definitely use the prepared veggies and save some time. I always wonder where everyone finds buttermilk though. I never see it at the grocery store and I always have to make my own. It sure would be nice to find that all made in the store.
Delphine Bryant
Apr 11, 2017
KFC has one of the best cole slaws around. However, right now my husband and I are living in an empty nest. I'll have to save this recipe and use when the family comes for a gathering. I may be able to pull of cutting the recipe in half though.
saphy98
Jan 26, 2017
The KFC Coleslaw recipe is one of my favorite coleslaws. I am thrilled that I found this. I am going to make it this weekend for company. This sounds so easy to make and definitely is one of the better coleslaws that I have had. Can't wait to try it. This will be one of my recipes for summer picnics.
FoodLover
Jan 04, 2017
I would like to make this coleslaw. I love KFC coleslaw. I agree with buying the prepackaged coleslaw in a bag, then this salad becomes quick and easy and no fuss. I always wondered how KFC made their dressing and can't wait to try it. It was always a mystery to me what made the dressing sweet. Someone once told me it was condensed milk! I'm glad I found this copycat recipe.
msdeb21
Dec 10, 2016
When I make my copycat KFC coleslaw, I start with the already cut coleslaw in the bag, then I add the other ingredients. I am not a fan of shredding cabbage or carrots myself, so I save myself the time. It is definitely better when it has soaked overnight, and it is wonderful on a pulled pork sandwich.
luvmyjava66 577618 3
Jan 10, 2016
Sorry, but I think 8 1/8 th cup is a little extreme. Just say 8 cups or 8 1/2 cups. Seems a little odd. Thanks.
grits29707
Jan 10, 2016
KFC uses tarragon vinegar and salad dressing instead of mayo. No milk, buttermilk, or lemon juice.
gaelmacgregor 0131 635
Jan 05, 2013
The secret to the KFC knock-off is using tarragon vinegar, not lemon juice.
jaycameron 3368085
Oct 26, 2012
FORGET THE SUGAR! If it needs sweetening use a 1/2 t. of Stevia.
koala043043
Jul 17, 2012
I just love your recipes. Now am having a hard time to save them. it won't save them anymore. What am I diong wrong? please keep them coming. Thank You.
JessiCAN
Jun 15, 2011
@ hightechdad2002 4861688: I think the 2.5 tsp pepper mentioned in the earlier comments referred to a typo that has since been corrected. We're glad you enjoyed this cole slaw recipe! -- RecipeLion Editor
hightechdad2002 48 61688
Jun 14, 2011
I just read the receipe and I did not read anything about 2 1/2 tsp of pepper in it. All I read was 1/8 tsp of pepper and I even printed up the receipe for my wife who likes the KFC Cole Slaw, myself as well. I hope you people have better luck with your next batch of Cole Slaw.
scarlet102000 5388 371
Jan 02, 2011
I tried this recipe awhile back and loved it! I thought it tastes pretty close to KFC's coleslaw and use this recipe often. I don't usally have buttermilk on hand so I make my own sour milk and absolutely love the tang it gives the slaw....yum.
heresmeliag
Jan 01, 2011
I used to manage a KFC and like the coleslaw but i always add some horseradish to it. When i get the coleslaw i add it in without anyone seeing. Everyone always says " why does the coleslaw taste so much better from KFC when you buy it ". After i get people hooked on it then i tell them what i had put in it. They are amazed ! Most say they don't like horseradish, but sure is good in the coleslaw !
bmillard
Jul 05, 2010
Hey People-No need to throw this recipe away-common sense tells you that this recipe shouldn't have 2 1/2 tsp of pepper. Use the half tsp. It must of been a typo error. I think its very good and keeps a long time!!!!!!!!! Try it again!!!!
Nancyw
May 30, 2010
Was the amount of pepper a type-0 because it was way too much. Threw out the slaw and the recipe! Keep trying because I love KFC's coleslaw!
nanabobbie
May 17, 2010
God awful!!! KFCs cole slaw does not have onions and has a bit of vinegar..Also the amount of pepper is way to much. won't make this again. I reduced the amount of pepper by about a third--didn't help!!!!
Jeanne WPB
Apr 30, 2010
I fixed this the other day and it tasted exactly like KFC's recipe. One thing I noticed is you must use a head of cabbage shredded yourself and shred it fine. You cannot use pre-shredded because it does not taste the same.
owlstj
Apr 13, 2010
I rated it so low because as is, it is terrible. This is absolutely NOTHING like KFC's cole slaw. I've only made it once, but it seems to me that the problem is the immense amount of pepper called for in the recipe. Maybe only one half of a teaspoon would be better?
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