Fried Pickle Spears
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Fried Pickle Spears
Description
Fried Pickle Spears start with firm dill pickles cut into spears, coated in a seasoned mixture of flour, dry ranch dressing mix, and cayenne pepper for a subtle heat. They are dipped twice into flour and eggs before pressing into panko breadcrumbs, creating a thick and crispy outer layer when fried. Using vegetable oil heated to 375°F ensures a quick, thorough fry, resulting in golden brown spears with a crunchy exterior and crisp interior. The accompanying dipping sauce blends ranch dressing, ketchup, and lemon pepper seasoning, adding a creamy, tangy component that complements the spiced crust and the pickles' natural brininess. This snack is suited for casual appetizers or parties and benefits from a pickle brand that preserves firmness during frying.
The coating process uses multiple steps of dipping to create a double-thick crust, which adheres well and fries to a satisfying crunch without soaking the pickle inside. The spicy cayenne in the seasoning mix brings subtle heat without overwhelming the pickle's tang. The frying method suggests careful heat control to achieve crunchy, non-greasy results.
Using Vlasic Dill Pickle Spears helps maintain a firm texture that resists sogginess while frying.Adjust the breadcrumb blend as needed; substituting half sourdough breadcrumbs to add variety in texture and flavor is acceptable.Make your own Buttermilk Ranch Dressing and Lemon Pepper Seasoning for fresher, more controlled flavor in the dipping sauce.
Ingredients
- 4 cups vegetable oil
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp dry ranch dressing mix
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper powder
- 3 egg
- 2 cups panko bread crumbs (See Note 1)
- 12 dill pickles See Note 2, spears
Dipping Sauce
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing (See Note 3)
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning (See Note 4)
Instructions
- Heat oil to 375°F in deep fryer or deep sided cast iron skillet.
- In a shallow bowl, stir together flour, Ranch dressing mix and cayenne powder.
- In another shallow bowl, beat eggs.
- In third shallow bowl, place Panko bread crumbs.
- Roll each pickle spear in flour mixture, then into egg using one hand, shaking off excess. Dip back into flour mixture for a second time, then into egg a second time. Coat pickle spear with bread crumbs, pressing with other hand to adhere. Set aside on plate and repeat with remaining pickle spears.
- Fry in hot oil 2 to 3 minutes, turning once, or until golden brown. Drain fried pickles on cooling rack or paper towels.
- Combine dipping sauce ingredients in a small bowl and mix well.
- Serve fried pickles with dipping sauce.
Notes
- Choose pickles firm enough to hold up during frying to prevent sogginess inside the crust.
- Double coating the spears in flour and egg before panko ensures a thick, crispy crust.
- The dipping sauce mixes ranch dressing, ketchup, and lemon pepper for a bright, tangy finish.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 530 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 530kcal | 27% |
| Carbohydrates | 68g | 23% |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 185mg | 62% |
| Sodium | 1220mg | 51% |
| Potassium | 240mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 8IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 1% |
| Iron | 15mg | 83% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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