My recipe for KFC coleslaw is with Miracle Whip. This recipe starts with the food processor. Cut up the cabbage and place it in the food processor. Cut up the green pepper (if you decide to use it), onion, and carrots at this time. Use only 1/4 to 1/2 of the onion and green pepper but use all of the carrots.
You can make the KFC coleslaw dressing from whole heads of cabbage and more. Sometimes coleslaw recipes aren’t well balanced, this recipe gives you just the right amount of creamy dressing, the crispy cabbage will not get too waterlogged with too much dressing. This recipe also balances the right amount of sweet and savory, so it’s always perfect.
Prepare the coleslaw dressing by removing the 2 tablespoons of peppers from the can. If the peppers are firm, chop them up into small fine pieces. Add mayonnaise and stir to combine. Place shredded cabbage into a bowl, and sprinkle salt over cabbage. Add red onion to the cabbage mixture, and stir in the coleslaw dressing.
I've never lived super close to a KFC, so Colonel Sanders and his menu weren't staples in my home. But my husband, who grew up eating KFC at family picnics confirmed that this coleslaw is legit. Wilbur's suggestion for finely chopping the veggies just may be the key: Toss 'em in a food processor until they get to that almost-rice size.