This is a great recipe, but it is missing one vital ingredient. In order to give it the authentic KFC taste, you need to add 2 Tablespoons of fresh grated onion to the mixture. The onion must be grated so that the onion flavor is easily distributed via the dressing, and you do not taste chunks of onion. It may seem like onion might overwhelm the dish, but the small amount assures that it is just right.

Cook's Tips - I do not always have buttermilk and lemon at home. If I do not have lemon juice on hand, I substitute with vinegar. If I do not have buttermilk , I use one tablespoonful of vinegar mixed with 1 cup of milk.