Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe

Coleslaw is the quintessential side dish for any summer party.

All summer long, I feel like Im constantly making a batch for weekend events.

Sometimes Ill even snag a cup of it from KFC in a pinch!

copycat KFC coleslaw in a bowl at a table setting with a glass of iced tea, a pepper grinder, and a plaid table napkin

Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe

One thing that makes their coleslaw stand out is the texture of the vegetables.

So, how do we get that texture at home?

The key is a handy-dandy box grater.

copycat kfc coleslaw (close-up)

Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe

Use it to grate all your vegetables: the carrots, cabbage, and onion.

But I get it.

Some people find the bagged coleslaw to be a lifesaver.

The flavors need a little time to work into the vegetables.

I found that after 2 days in the fridge it was pretty soggy and sad.

I suggest making the coleslaw as much as a few hours before serving but not days before.

Use the large holes of a box grater to grate the cabbage.

You should have 4 cups of grated cabbage.

Grate the carrots; you should have 1/2 cup.

Finally, grate the onion; you should have about 1/4 cup grated.

Stir the vegetables into the dressing and stir well to combine.

Toss again before serving.

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