Description
Fried pickles are the ultimate crunchy snack, perfectly balancing tangy flavor with a crispy coating. This easy recipe is a must-try for any gathering, game day, or simply when you’re craving something delicious. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce—like ranch or spicy mayo—and watch as these little bites of joy disappear in no time!
Ingredients
- Dill pickle slices
- All-purpose flour
- Cornmeal
- Buttermilk
- Seasonings (paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper)
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Drain pickle slices on paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Mix buttermilk with a pinch of salt and hot sauce in one bowl; combine flour, cornmeal, and seasonings in another bowl.
- Dip each pickle slice in buttermilk, then coat with the flour mixture.
- Heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep skillet.
- Fry pickles in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels before serving.
Notes
Customize flavors by experimenting with different spices.
For a healthier option, try air frying at 400°F (200°C) for about 8-10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern cuisine
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg