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Fried Pickles Recipe!

Fried Pickles Recipe!
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Fried pickles are crispy, golden-brown bites bursting with tangy, savory flavor. This quick and easy snack features crunchy dill pickle slices coated in a seasoned batter and fried to perfection, making a perfect appetizer or treat to share. Customize with various spices, dipping sauces, or baking methods for a versatile and delicious snack.

Ingredients

Pickles

  • Dill Pickle Slices – about 1 cup, well drained and patted dry

Dry Ingredients

  • All-Purpose Flour – 1/2 cup (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option)
  • Cornmeal – 1/2 cup (or gluten-free cornmeal blend)
  • Seasoned Salt – 1 tsp
  • Garlic Powder – 1/2 tsp
  • Black Pepper – 1/4 tsp
  • Optional: Cayenne Pepper or Chili Powder – 1/4 tsp (for spicy variation)
  • Optional: Grated Parmesan – 2 tbsp (for cheesy crust)

Wet Ingredients

  • Eggs – 2 large
  • Buttermilk or Milk – 1/2 cup (or plain yogurt / milk-lemon juice mixture as buttermilk substitute)

For Frying

  • Vegetable Oil – enough for deep frying (about 2 cups)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pickles: Drain the dill pickles thoroughly and pat each slice dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This prevents sogginess and helps the batter adhere better.
  2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, seasoned salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and any optional spices or Parmesan. This mixture forms the crispy and flavorful coating.
  3. Prepare the Wet Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk until smooth. This liquid mixture helps the dry coating stick and keeps the texture light.
  4. Coat the Pickles: Dip each pickle slice first into the wet mixture, allowing any excess to drip off. Then dredge thoroughly in the dry ingredients. For extra crunch, double-dip by repeating the wet and dry coating process.
  5. Fry to Perfection: Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C). Fry the coated pickles in small batches for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels or a wire rack to keep crisp.
  6. Serve Immediately: Enjoy your fried pickles while hot and crispy, paired with your favorite dipping sauces.

Notes

  • Use firm, crunchy dill pickles to keep pickles from becoming soggy during frying.
  • Maintain oil temperature around 350°F (175°C) to ensure a crisp, non-greasy crust.
  • Pat pickles dry before coating for better batter adhesion.
  • Double coating the pickles offers an extra crunchy crust.
  • Drain fried pickles on a wire rack or paper towels to preserve crispness.

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Keywords: fried pickles, appetizer, snack, crispy pickles, tangy snack, southern fried pickles

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