Jul 13 2026
Restaurants540 NorthDeep Fried Pickles Recipe

Deep Fried Pickles Recipe

Inspired by 540 North
Time30m
Serves4

Served with a spicy ranch dipping sauce

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Ingredients

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For the Deep Fried Pickles

For the Spicy Ranch Dipping Sauce

Method

Prepare the Deep Fried Pickles

  1. 1

    Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a large pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  2. 2

    In a medium bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.

  3. 3

    Pour the buttermilk into the dry mixture and stir until just combined.

  4. 4

    Dip each dill pickle slice into the batter, ensuring they are evenly coated.

  5. 5

    Carefully place the battered pickles into the hot oil, frying them in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Prepare the Spicy Ranch Dipping Sauce

  1. 6

    In a small bowl, mix the ranch dressing, hot sauce, and dried dill weed until well combined.

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