{"id":1632,"date":"2026-02-09T13:11:08","date_gmt":"2026-02-09T13:11:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=1632"},"modified":"2026-02-09T13:11:08","modified_gmt":"2026-02-09T13:11:08","slug":"kfc-coleslaw-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=1632","title":{"rendered":"KFC COLESLAW RECIPE"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>\u00a0KFC COLESLAW RECIPE (COPYCAT)<\/h2>\n<h3>Sweet, Creamy, and Perfectly Tangy \u2013 Just Like the Original<\/h3>\n<h3>Introduction<\/h3>\n<p>This KFC Coleslaw Recipe is an incredible copycat version of the famous fast-food classic. It\u2019s sweet, slightly tangy, ultra-creamy, and incredibly refreshing. The finely chopped cabbage and carrots are coated in a smooth, flavorful dressing that tastes just like the real thing \u2014 maybe even better. This is my all-time favorite coleslaw recipe and the perfect side dish for fried chicken, barbecue, burgers, or summer cookouts.<\/p>\n<h2>\u00a0Ingredients<\/h2>\n<h3>For the Creamy Dressing:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00bd cup <strong>mayonnaise<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>\u2153 cup <strong>granulated sugar<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>\u00bc cup <strong>milk<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>\u00bc cup <strong>buttermilk<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>2\u00bd tablespoons <strong>fresh lemon juice<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon <strong>white vinegar<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon <strong>salt<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>\u00bc teaspoon <strong>black pepper<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>For the Coleslaw:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>8 cups <strong>finely chopped green cabbage<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>\u00bc cup <strong>finely grated carrot<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons <strong>finely minced onion<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>\u00a0Tip: The key to authentic KFC coleslaw is <strong style=\"font-size: 1.25rem;\">very finely chopped vegetables<\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 1.25rem;\">, not shredded.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>\u00a0Instructions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Make the Dressing<\/h3>\n<p>In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sugar, milk, buttermilk, lemon juice, white vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until the mixture is completely smooth and the sugar is fully dissolved. The dressing should be creamy, slightly runny, and well balanced between sweet and tangy.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Step 2: Prepare the Vegetables<\/h3>\n<p>Finely chop the cabbage into very small pieces. Use a food processor if possible to achieve the classic KFC texture. Grate the carrot finely and mince the onion until almost paste-like. This step is crucial for the authentic flavor and texture.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Combine Everything<\/h3>\n<p>Add the cabbage, carrot, and onion to a large mixing bowl. Pour the prepared dressing over the vegetables and stir gently until everything is evenly coated.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 4: Chill for Best Flavor<\/h3>\n<p>Cover the bowl and refrigerate for <strong>at least 2 hours<\/strong>, preferably overnight. Chilling allows the flavors to blend and softens the cabbage, creating that signature KFC coleslaw taste.<\/p>\n<h2>Serving Suggestions<\/h2>\n<p>Serve cold as a side dish with:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Fried chicken<\/li>\n<li>BBQ ribs<\/li>\n<li>Burgers and sandwiches<\/li>\n<li>Grilled meats<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It\u2019s also perfect for picnics, potlucks, and family gatherings.<\/p>\n<h2>\u00a0Pro Tips for the Best KFC Coleslaw<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Let it rest overnight for the most authentic flavor.<\/li>\n<li>If the coleslaw thickens too much, stir in a tablespoon of milk before serving.<\/li>\n<li>For extra sweetness, add 1\u20132 tablespoons more sugar (KFC style!).<\/li>\n<li>Do not use red cabbage \u2014 green cabbage only for the classic taste.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>\u00a0Storage<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to <strong>3 days<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Stir well before serving.<\/li>\n<li>Not freezer-friendly due to the creamy dressing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>\u00a0Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n<p>This KFC Coleslaw Recipe is creamy, sweet, tangy, and incredibly addictive. It tastes just like the original \u2014 smooth, refreshing, and perfectly balanced. Once you try it, you\u2019ll never need another coleslaw recipe again.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; \u00a0KFC COLESLAW RECIPE (COPYCAT) Sweet, Creamy, and Perfectly Tangy \u2013 Just Like the Original Introduction This KFC Coleslaw Recipe&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1633,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6,5],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1632","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-home","category-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1632","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=1632"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1632\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1634,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1632\/revisions\/1634"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/1633"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=1632"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=1632"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=1632"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}