Tuesday 12 July 2016

KFC Copycat Potato Salad "The Real Deal"

I have always enjoyed the KFC potato salad, the consistency and flavors are just right for my taste buds. I have been on a mission to copy the flavors for a while now and this is the end result. The dill pickle juices are the key ingredient in this recipe, do not omit or sub this. Everyone who has tried this potato salad says it is “The Real Deal”



INGREDIENTS
2 pounds potatoes, peeled and diced
2 to 3 cups dill pickle juice
1 cup mayonnaise, more or less
1/4 cup chopped green onions, preferably green parts
1/4 cup jarred roasted red peppers, finely chopped
2 tablespoons finely grated carrot
2 teaspoons dried parsley

DIRECTIONS
Place the diced potatoes in a pot and cover with dill pickle juices; bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook until cooked through.
Drain the potatoes and cool completely.
Lightly mash the potatoes; this gives the salad the KFC consistency.
Mix with the remaining ingredients, cover and refrigerate overnight.
Just before you will serve this add a bit of mayonnaise if needed, this will depend on the type of potatoes used.
Enjoy!



*Please keep in mind that not all dried herbs and spices are gluten free so check the labels to make sure the brand you are using is gluten free. The same applies for prepackaged store-bought items, check the labels to be sure. If in doubt, call the toll free number on packaging to be safe and to make your cooking/eating experience truly gluten free.

8 comments:

  1. This is a very tasty potato salad and it's easy to make. Loved the addition of the roasted red bell peppers and green onions - simple ingredients with a big flavor.

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  2. Forgot to enter my stars. We enjoyed this potato salad very much. Made for the FYC tag game - Nancy.

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    1. I'm so glad you enjoyed this, it is always gobbled up in no time here. Thx for taking the time to comment, it is greatly appreciated.

      Bea :-)

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  3. I loved cooking the potatoes in the pickle juice. This method was new to me and I was impressed at how much flavor it added to the potatoes.I'll be saving pickle juice now to boil potatoes. I also liked the roasted red peppers. I've used pimentos before, but the roasted added a new dimension. I did need to add more mayo after chilling, but your directions do mention that. Served with BBQ ribs and a cranberry slaw.
    Susie D

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  4. I'm so glad you enjoyed this, it is a favorite here! Your comment is greatly appreciated.

    Bea :-)

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  5. It was very funny to take some of the pickled juice from a jar and use this for cooking! The idea is excellent and merits to be repeated! I roasted the peppers myself, used Greek yogurt (I avoid mayo) and added fresh parsley! All this came out perfect and super tastyè! Thanks a lot for this recipe and great imput

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    1. I'm so glad you enjoyed this, it is a favorite here. I must try it with yogurt next time ;) Thx for trying it.

      Bea :-)

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