Almost Famous Coleslaw

Name: Almost Famous Coleslaw
Cook time: P0Y0M0DT0H20M0.000S
Total time: P0Y0M0DT0H20M0.000S
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: One 14-ounce bag coleslaw mix (traditional mix of green cabbage and carrots); 1/2 small onion; 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons sugar; 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons mayonnaise; 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar; 1/8 teaspoon dry mustard powder; Pinch paprika; Kosher salt

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Level: Easy

Total: 20 min
Active: 20 min

Yield: 4 servings

Here’s our take on the coleslaw served at KFC. It’s sweet and cooling and a perfect pairing for salty fried chicken or any barbecue sandwich.

Level: Easy

Total: 20 min
Active: 20 min

Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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One 14-ounce bag coleslaw mix (traditional mix of green cabbage and carrots)

1/2 small onion

2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons sugar

1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons mayonnaise

2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar

1/8 teaspoon dry mustard powder

Pinch paprika

Kosher salt

Directions

Working with half of the bag at a time, chop the coleslaw mix into 1/8-inch pieces (about the width of the carrots). Transfer to a large bowl. Dice enough of the onion into 1/8-inch pieces to yield 1/4 cup. Transfer to a fine-mesh strainer and rinse with cold water for 1 minute to soften the flavor. Gently wring out the onions in a paper towel and then stir into the coleslaw mix.
In a pint jar or other container with a tight-fitting lid, stir together the sugar and 3 tablespoons water until the sugar dissolves a bit. Add the mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard powder, paprika and 1/2 teaspoon salt, put on the lid and shake vigorously until completely combined. Stir the dressing into the coleslaw, then set aside for 10 minutes to marinate and soften, stirring a few times. Add more salt, if needed. The coleslaw will keep, covered in the refrigerator, for up to 1 day.