Description
Crispy Deep Fried Pickles are a deliciously tangy and crunchy snack made by coating pickle spears or chips in a seasoned flour mixture, dipping them in a buttermilk and egg wash, and deep frying until golden and crispy. Perfect as an appetizer or side, these fried pickles pair wonderfully with your favorite dipping sauce for a savory treat with a satisfying crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Pickles
- 1 jar pickle spears or chips
Breading
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Wet mixture
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 egg
Frying
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for frying the pickles.
- Prepare the dry mixture: In a bowl, thoroughly combine the all-purpose flour with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. This will be the seasoned breading for the pickles.
- Mix the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and egg until smooth, creating the wet coating mixture.
- Coat the pickles: Dip each pickle spear or chip first into the buttermilk and egg mixture, ensuring it is fully coated, then dredge it in the seasoned flour mixture to cover completely.
- Fry the pickles: Carefully place the coated pickles in batches into the hot oil. Fry them for 2-3 minutes or until they turn golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Drain excess oil: Remove the fried pickles from the oil using a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain any excess oil.
- Serve: Serve the crispy deep fried pickles hot with your favorite dipping sauce for a flavorful appetizer or snack.
Notes
- Maintain oil temperature at 350°F to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
- Do not overcrowd the fryer; fry pickles in batches to keep oil temperature steady.
- Drain fried pickles on paper towels to prevent sogginess.
- Serve immediately for best texture and taste.
- For a spicier version, add cayenne pepper or chili powder to the flour mixture.
