This is some of the best K.F.C. ever! Oh, we meant Kentucky’s Finest Coleslaw… what were you thinking? This is one of our favorite secret recipes, but we’d be happy to share it with ya. We call it a “bucket of happiness” when we bring it to potlucks and cookouts, because what else can you do but smile when you munch on the crunchy coleslaw and tangy onions smothered in the creamy, sweet dressing. The flavor speaks for itself, and we like to think that Kentucky’s Finest Coleslaw is famous in our town for a reason! So, if you’re looking for something that is this fork-lickin’ good to bring to your next Southern bash, then this is the best crispy, juicy, irresistible option out there!
Ingredients
- 1 (14-ounce) bag coleslaw mix, chopped into 1/8-inch pieces
- 1/2 small onion, diced into 1/8-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons sugar
- 3 tablespoons water
- 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- 1/8 teaspoon dry mustard powder
- paprika, to taste
- kosher salt, to taste
Directions
Step 1 –In a large bowl, add the coleslaw mix.
Step 2 –Place the onions in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse with cold water to soften the flavor, about 1 minute.
Step 3 –Gently ring out the onions in a paper towel, then stir them into the coleslaw mix.
Step 4 –In a pint jar, add the sugar and the 3 tablespoons of water and stir until the sugar dissolves a bit.
Step 5 –Add the mayonnaise, the apple cider vinegar, the mustard powder, the paprika, and the salt to the sugar-water mixture, cover the jar with the lid, and shake vigorously until the mixture is combined.
Step 6 –Stir the dressing mixture into the coleslaw.
Step 7 –Let the coleslaw marinate and soften, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes.
Step 8 –Taste the coleslaw and season with more of the salt as needed.
Step 9 –Serve.
