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Crispy Fried Pickles Recipe

Bring the taste of your favorite appetizer straight to your kitchen with this Crispy Fried Pickles recipe. These golden bites are perfectly crunchy on the outside and tangy on the inside, making them an irresistible snack or side dish.

Equipment

  • Deep fryer or large heavy-bottomed pot
  • Slotted spoon or tongs
  • Paper towels
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Baking sheet

Ingredients

  • 1 jar dill pickle slices or spears drained and patted dry
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup cornmeal or breadcrumbs optional for extra crunch
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  • Prepare the Pickles:
  • Drain the pickles and pat them dry with paper towels. This step is essential to ensure the coating sticks and the pickles fry evenly.
  • Make the Batter:
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. In a separate bowl, combine the buttermilk and egg.
  • Coat the Pickles:
  • Dip each pickle slice into the seasoned flour, then into the buttermilk mixture, and finally back into the flour. For extra crunch, press the coated pickle into the cornmeal or breadcrumbs if desired.
  • Heat the Oil:
  • In a deep fryer or large pot, heat vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C).
  • Fry the Pickles:
  • Carefully drop the coated pickles into the hot oil in small batches. Fry for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon or tongs to remove the pickles and place them on a paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain.
  • Serve:
  • Serve the fried pickles hot with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch dressing, spicy mayo, or honey mustard.