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KFC Coleslaw Copycat

Sweet, creamy, and finely chopped — this homemade KFC coleslaw tastes exactly like the original and is the ultimate side for any summer cookout or BBQ.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 10 servings
Calories 110 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 cups very finely chopped green cabbage
  • ¼ cup finely grated carrot
  • ⅓ cup mayonnaise
  • ⅓ cup buttermilk
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 1½ tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Chop cabbage very finely — rice-grain-sized pieces. Toss with salt and rest 10 minutes. Pat dry.
  • Grate carrot finely.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, buttermilk, sugar, vinegar, lemon juice, and pepper until sugar dissolves completely.
  • Combine cabbage and carrot with dressing. Toss until every piece is coated.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours. Overnight is ideal. Stir before serving.

Notes

Fine chop is essential for authentic KFC texture.
Gets significantly better overnight — plan ahead.
Keeps refrigerated for up to 3 days.
Keyword KFC coleslaw, copycat coleslaw, sweet coleslaw, homemade coleslaw