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Famous KFC Coleslaw Classic

A classic recipe delivering creamy, tangy crunch, perfect as a side dish for fried chicken and barbecue.

Ingredients

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  • 120 ml mayonnaise
  • 65 g granulated sugar
  • 60 ml whole milk
  • 60 ml buttermilk
  • 38 ml freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 22 ml distilled white vinegar
  • 3 g fine sea salt
  • 0.5 g ground black pepper
  • 800 g finely chopped green cabbage
  • 30 g shredded carrot
  • 20 g minced white onion

Instructions

  1. Begin by finely chopping the green cabbage to a uniform, rice-sized consistency.
  2. Shred the carrot to a similar size as the cabbage.
  3. Mince the white onion into very small pieces.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, granulated sugar, whole milk, buttermilk, lemon juice, distilled white vinegar, fine sea salt, and ground black pepper.
  5. Add the chopped cabbage, shredded carrot, and minced onion to the bowl.
  6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for a minimum of 120 minutes.

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It is best enjoyed within 2 days for optimal texture.

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Keywords: coleslaw, KFC, side dish, picnic, barbecue, creamy