Classic southern coleslaw is the creamiest coleslaw ever! Sweet and tangy with a rich dressing. Be sure to keep it refrigerated or on ice if you're eating outside. This contains mayo and summer heat doesn't play well with it.
2tablespoonscider vinegaruse less if you don't want it so tangy
2teaspoonskosher salt
½teaspoonblack pepperfreshly ground
½teaspoononion powderoptional
Cabbage Mixture (if you're not using the coleslaw mix)
6-8cupscabbageshredded
1 ½cupscarrotsshredded
Instructions
Cabbage Mixture
Stir cabbage and carrots together gently to combine. It's pretty to use some purple cabbage for some of the green cabbage.
Dressing
Whisk all the dressing ingredients together in a large bowl.
Pour over the coleslaw mix.
Stir well to be sure all the cabbage is coated with dressing.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
Serve ice cold.
Notes
Some people say that original KFC Coleslaw does not use mayo or buttermilk - it uses Miracle Whip. If you prefer that just substitute the Miracle Whip for the Mayo and leave out the buttermilk.... The ORIGINAL original KFC Coleslaw had a little horseradish in it - you can try about 1-½ teaspoons if you remember that version.