KFC Coleslaw is the perfect side dish for summer. This delicious and easy-to-make Copycat KFC Coleslaw Recipe is the perfect side for potlucks, picnics, and summer barbeques.
KFC Coleslaw Recipe {Copy-Cat}
I love coleslaw as a side to just about anything at a barbeque. This homemade coleslaw is the perfect side for just about anything summer-related like sandwiches, grilled meat, potlucks, and summer BBQs.
It’s simple to make too. The best part is that you can make this in advance. The flavors in this coleslaw only taste better the next day. What’s not to love about that?
Make-Ahead and Storage
How many days in advance can I make this recipe?
KFC Coleslaw gets better after it soaks in the dressing for at least 2 hours. It’s even better the day after making it. Ideally, you’ll want to serve this slaw within 1-2 days of making it. This slaw is the perfect make-ahead side to your dish.
Can I Freeze this Recipe?
Unfortunately, this recipe does not hold up when frozen
Storage:
How long does this coleslaw last?
Store this Copycat KFC coleslaw recipe covered in an airtight container and in the refrigerator for 3-4 days
This coleslaw is the perfect side to take to summer gatherings. Everyone will be so happy you brought it and you’ll definitely be getting recipe requests.
Tips and Tricks
Chilling – This recipe needs time in the fridge to chill. The ingredients need time to come together and give you that delicious flavor you find at Kentucky Fried Chicken that you’ve grown to know and love
Food Processor – These ingredients should be finely minced. You can use a food processor to do this chopping one ingredient at a time
Temperature – Coleslaw is best served cold. If you are transporting this recipe or serving it outside on a hot summer day consider placing your serving dish or container on top of a bed of ice to
Serving – Use a large slotted spoon for serving. The dressing does tend to be a little runny and a slotted spoon will help remove any excess dressing from your portion before placing it onto your plate
Serving Size – This recipe serves 6 people a generous amount of coleslaw. For a large gathering, you can double the recipe
Are you ready to make this copy-cat recipe? Let’s make sure you have everything you’re going to need:
Ingredients
- buttermilk – this is necessary to add some tang to the recipe
- mayonnaise – for creaminess
- sugar – granulate sugar cuts through the tang in the buttermilk and vinegar to balance this recipe out
- milk – 2% or whole milk are both fine. I would not use fat-free milk
- white vinegar – another ingredient that lends to the tanginess
- salt
- ground black pepper
- 1 large head of cabbage – finely chopped
- baby carrots – finely chopped
- sweet Vidalia onion – finely chopped
- Suggested Equipment – Food processor for chopping cabbage, carrots, and onion
How do you make a KFC Coleslaw Copycat Recipe?
Instructions
- Make the KFC coleslaw dressing in a small bowl by using a whisk to mix the buttermilk, mayo, sugar, milk, vinegar, salt, and pepper
- In a large bowl, add the minced cabbage, carrots, and onion
- Pour the buttermilk dressing over the cabbage mixture and fold in until mixed
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KFC Coleslaw Recipe – Copycat
Equipment
- mixing bowls
- mixing utensils
- food processor for chopping vegetables
Ingredients
- ¼ cup buttermilk
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ⅓ cup sugar granulated
- ¼ cup milk 2% or whole
- 1&1/2 Tbsp white vinegar
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp. pepper ground black pepper
- 1 large cabbage head – finely chopped
- ½ cup baby carrots – finely chopped
- 1 small Sweet Vidalia onion – finely chopped
Instructions
- Make your dressing by mixing the buttermilk, mayonnaise, sugar, milk, vinegar, salt, and pepper
- In a large bowl, mix the chopped cabbage, carrots and onions
- Pour the dressing over the chopped vegetables
- Cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. The longer it soaks in the juices the better! 🙂
Notes
- The coleslaw should keep well, covered and refrigerated for up to 1 week
Nutrition
~ Melissa – Kid Friendly Things To Do
One of my favorite slaws is the one from KFC. This “copycat” version comes very very close. Regardless of whether you think it does or not, it is a recipe and coleslaw worth your time to make. Enjoy!!
Thank you so much for coming back to tell me you enjoyed the recipe and that it comes very very close! I’m so happy that you liked it.