Crispy Fried Pickles
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Crispy Fried Pickles
Description
This recipe starts by drying dill pickle slices to ensure the batter adheres properly. The batter mixes all-purpose flour, baking powder, egg, milk, and seasonings such as paprika and optional dried dill, resulting in a flavorful, smooth coating. The pickles are dipped first in the batter, then in panko breadcrumbs that are seasoned optionally with cayenne pepper for heat and salt for balance. Working in small batches helps keep the breadcrumbs dry and sticking well.
Frying at a controlled temperature crisps the coating quickly while heating the pickles through. The fried pickles achieve a crispy, golden exterior with a tangy, juicy pickle center. They can be served immediately with dips like ranch or other favorite sauces. Leftover fried pickles can be reheated under a broiler or air fryer to restore crispness.
This snack can be varied by using pickle slices for sandwich toppings or pickle spears for extra tang in each bite. Additional seasonings like garlic or Cajun spices can be added to the batter to customize flavor.
Ingredients
- 12 dill pickles sliced
- 1 ½ cups panko bread crumbs
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- neutral cooking oil for frying, generic cooking oil
Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dill optional, dried
Instructions
- Preheat oil to 360-370°F. Whisk Panko, cayenne pepper, and ½ teaspoon salt.
- In a medium bowl whisk flour, milk, baking powder, egg, paprika, black pepper, and dill until smooth. Let rest for at least 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, dab the pickle slices dry with paper towels.
- Place about ½ cup of Panko bread crumbs in a bowl. Note: If the crumbs get wet, they don’t stick so it’s best to work in small batches.
- Dip each pickle slice in the flour mixture and then gently dip into the bread crumbs. Set the dipped pickles on a baking sheet and let them rest for a few minutes while you dip the remaining pickles. This will allow the crumbs to stick better.
- Fry in small batches for 3 to 4 minutes or until brown and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel lined plate and immediately sprinkle with salt.
- Serve with ranch or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Try adding garlic powder or Cajun seasoning to the batter for different flavor profiles.
- Fried pickle leftovers keep in the fridge for 2-3 days; reheat under a broiler or air fryer to regain crispness.
- Use pickle spears instead of slices for a stronger pickle flavor in each bite.
- Fried pickle slices can be used as a crunchy topping for burgers and sandwiches.
- Maintain oil temperature between 360-370°F for best frying results and crispiness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 217 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 217 | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 39g | 13% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 44mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 180mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 285mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 429IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 159mg | 16% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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