Looking for a classic coleslaw recipe? This is a variation of the many KFC coleslaw copycat recipes found online. I've been using this recipe for more than 9 years, and I get compliments each time I serve it to family and friends.

This recipe is very simple, but it can be a little time consuming if you choose to chop/shred the cabbage and carrots yourself. Of course, for this recipe, if you buy bags of shredded cabbage and shredded carrots, you could have this recipe made in less than 5 minutes! Since I like to prep my own ingredients (and am also too cheap to buy pre-shredded veggies), I personally save time by using a slicer/shredder attachment for my KitchenAid. I love this gadget! I use this attachment all of the time to shred/slice vegetables and cheese. You can get a glimpse of this gadget in action by watching our Classic Coleslaw Tutorial Video!

This classic coleslaw is such a versatile side dish and is also a great sandwich topping. Can't wait for you to try it!

 

 

Written Tutorial

Step 1: Gather all of the ingredients.

  • 1 head of cabbage (finely chopped or shredded); approximately 8 cups of cabbage

  • 1 medium-sized carrot (finely chopped or shredded)

  • 1/2 cup of mayonnaise

  • 1/4 cup of milk

  • 1/4 cup of buttermilk

  • 2.5 tablespoons of lemon juice

  • 1.5 tablespoons of white vinegar

  • 1.5 tablespoons of dried minced onion

  • 1/3 cup of granulated white sugar

  • 1/2 teaspoon of salt

  • 1/8 teaspoon of pepper

 

Step 2: Prep and mix ingredients.

      • Finely chop or shred your cabbage and carrot. Put cabbage and carrot pieces in a large bowl and set aside.

      • In a small bowl, mix all ingredients together except for the cabbage and carrot.

      • Pour the seasoned liquid (mixed in the step above) over the cabbage and carrot.

      • Mix well!

       

      Step 3: Cover and refrigerate before serving.

          • Cover the bowl of coleslaw and place the bowl in the refrigerator.

          • Chill coleslaw for at least 3-4 hours before serving. It is best served cold!

           

           

          Video Tutorial

           


           

          Printable Recipe

          Classic Coleslaw

          Cottonwood Limited

          Ingredients

          • 1 head of cabbage (finely chopped or shredded); approximately 8 cups of cabbage
          • 1 medium-sized carrot (finely chopped or shredded)
          • 1/2 cup of mayonnaise
          • 1/4 cup of milk
          • 1/4 cup of buttermilk
          • 2.5 tablespoons of lemon juice
          • 1.5 tablespoons of white vinegar
          • 1.5 tablespoons of dried minced onion
          • 1/3 cup of granulated white sugar
          • 1/2 teaspoon of salt
          • 1/8 teaspoon of pepper

          Directions

          1. Gather all of the ingredients.

          2. Finely chop or shred your cabbage and carrot. Put cabbage and carrot pieces in a large bowl and set aside.

          3. In a small bowl, mix all ingredients together except for the cabbage and carrot.

          4. Pour the seasoned liquid (mixed in the step above) over the cabbage and carrot. Mix well!

          5. Cover the bowl of coleslaw and place the bowl in the refrigerator.

          6. Chill coleslaw for at least 3-4 hours before serving. It is best served cold!