Easy Homemade Fried Pickles
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Easy Homemade Fried Pickles
Description
Easy Homemade Fried Pickles start with dill pickle slices that have been drained and dried to remove excess moisture. A batter made from all-purpose flour mixed with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, pepper, hot sauce, and water adds a flavorful coating. After heating vegetable oil to 375°F in a heavy pot, the pickles are dipped in the batter and fried in batches for 1 to 2 minutes per side until golden brown.
The frying process creates a crispy and slightly spicy crust that contrasts with the tangy, juicy dill pickles inside. The quick cooking time ensures the pickles remain tender without losing their characteristic tartness. This recipe yields a crunchy, freshly made snack suitable for casual gatherings or complementing burgers and sandwiches.
Serving suggestions include accompanying fried pickles with your choice of dipping sauce while still warm. The frying oil must be maintained at the correct temperature to avoid soggy or greasy results.
Ingredients
- vegetable oil enough for 2-inches depth in a large, heavy pot, for deep frying
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons hot sauce
- 1/2 cup water
- 16 ounces dill pickles drained and dried with paper towels, sliced
Instructions
- Heat 2-inches of vegetable oil in a large, heavy pot over medium-high heat to 375F degrees.
- In a shallow bowl or a plate, whisk together the flour, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add hot sauce and water and mix until smooth.
- In small batches, dip the pickles in the batter and coat well on all sides.
- Carefully add pickles to the oil one at a time and fry in small batches for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the pickles from the oil and let drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm with the dipping sauce of your choice.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 37 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 37kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 596mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 70mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 110IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 30mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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