Fried Pickles are a classic Southern snack—crispy on the outside, tangy and juicy on the inside. 🥒✨ Perfect with ranch or your favorite dipping sauce!
Crispy Fried Pickles
Ingredients
- 1 jar dill pickle slices (or spears), drained and patted dry
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
- 2 eggs
- 2–3 tbsp milk
- 1–2 cups breadcrumbs or panko
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
- Optional: ranch or spicy mayo for dipping
Instructions
1. Prepare Pickles
- Drain pickles and pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
2. Set Up Breading Station
- Bowl 1: Mix flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Bowl 2: Whisk eggs and milk.
- Bowl 3: Place breadcrumbs or panko.
3. Bread the Pickles
- Dip pickles in flour first, then egg mixture, then breadcrumbs, ensuring they’re fully coated.
4. Heat Oil
- Heat oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
5. Fry the Pickles
- Fry in batches 2–3 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
6. Serve
- Serve hot with ranch, spicy mayo, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Tips
- Use dill pickles for classic flavor, or bread-and-fry sweet pickles for a twist.
- For extra crispiness, double-dip in egg and breadcrumbs.
- You can also bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15–20 minutes for a lighter version.
If you want, I can also give a Southern-style fried pickle recipe that uses a buttermilk batter for extra crunch, like what you’d get at a fair or diner.
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