Crispy Fried Pickles (Printable version)

Tangy dill pickle slices coated in seasoned batter and fried until golden and crisp.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pickles

01 - 1 cup dill pickle slices, drained and patted dry

→ Coating

02 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 1/2 cup cornmeal
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 teaspoon paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

→ Wet Mix

09 - 2 large eggs
10 - 1/4 cup buttermilk

→ For Frying

11 - Vegetable oil, for deep frying

# How to Prepare:

01 - Preheat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F.
02 - Combine all-purpose flour, cornmeal, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper in a shallow bowl and mix well.
03 - Whisk together the eggs and buttermilk in a separate bowl until smooth.
04 - Pat the dill pickle slices dry thoroughly with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
05 - Dredge each pickle slice in the flour mixture, then dip into the egg and buttermilk mixture, followed by a second coating of the flour mixture, pressing gently to ensure adhesion.
06 - Fry the coated pickle slices in batches for 2 to 3 minutes, until golden brown and crispy. Avoid overcrowding the pot to maintain oil temperature.
07 - Remove pickles using a slotted spoon and transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil.
08 - Serve the crispy fried pickles hot alongside your preferred dipping sauce.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • There’s something so satisfying about that golden crunchy batter that almost feels like a secret treat you want to share with friends
  • The tangy dill pickles combined with the spice mix makes it a flavor combo you keep coming back for
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  • Keeping your pickles dry is crucial to avoid a soggy coating—trust me, it changes everything
  • Adjusting the spice levels in the batter lets you customize the heat and depth exactly how you like it
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  • Double coating ensures the crunch holds up even when the pickles release juice
  • Using a candy or deep-fry thermometer helps maintain perfect oil temperature for consistent results

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