Okay, who else is obsessed with that creamy, dreamy KFC coleslaw?! Seriously, it’s a side dish legend, and I’ve cracked the code to making it right in your own kitchen! Forget those sad, store-bought versions – this homemade recipe is an absolute game-changer. You *have* to try this!
**KFC Copycat Coleslaw**
This recipe delivers that exact sweet, tangy, and unbelievably creamy coleslaw we all crave. It’s perfect for barbecues, potlucks, or just a delicious side with dinner!
**Ingredients:**
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1 medium head green cabbage (about 2 lbs), very finely shredded or minced
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* 2 medium carrots, finely grated
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* 1/2 cup mayonnaise (good quality is key!)
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* 1/3 cup granulated sugar
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* 1/4 cup whole milk
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* 1/4 cup buttermilk
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* 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed adds the best flavor!)
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* 1 tablespoon white distilled vinegar
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* 1/2 teaspoon salt
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* 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
**Instructions:**
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**Prep the Veggies:** Start by preparing your cabbage and carrots. For that true KFC texture, you want the cabbage to be almost minced, not just shredded. You can achieve this with a sharp knife, a food processor with a shredding disc (then pulse a few times), or even a mandoline. Grate your carrots finely. Combine the shredded cabbage and grated carrots in a large bowl.
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2. **Make the Dressing:** In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sugar, whole milk, buttermilk, lemon juice, white vinegar, salt, and black pepper until completely smooth and the sugar has dissolved. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed – sometimes a tiny pinch more salt or a splash more lemon juice can make all the difference!
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3. **Combine and Chill:** Pour the dressing over the shredded cabbage and carrots. Toss everything together thoroughly, making sure every piece of vegetable is coated in that delicious creamy dressing.
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4. **The Secret to Success:** Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or even better, overnight. This chilling time is crucial! It allows the flavors to meld together beautifully and helps the cabbage soften slightly, giving it that signature KFC texture.
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5. **Serve and Enjoy:** Give the coleslaw another good stir just before serving. Enjoy your homemade, perfectly creamy, sweet, and tangy KFC copycat coleslaw!
Trust me, once you make this, you’ll never go back! Don’t forget to share this with anyone who loves a good coleslaw as much as we do! 
