Fried Pickle Chips Recipe
Cajun battered, kosher pickle slices with Sriracha ranch (GFM/V)
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Ingredients
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Fried Pickle Chips
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Pickles
Drain the sliced pickles and pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- 2
Make the Batter
In a mixing bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, Cajun seasoning, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk the dry ingredients together until well mixed.
- 3
Combine Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg and buttermilk together until smooth.
- 4
Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. The batter should be thick.
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a deep skillet or fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Fry the Pickles
Dip each pickle slice into the batter, allowing excess to drip off, then carefully place them in the hot oil. Fry in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- 7
Drain the Fried Pickles
Remove the fried pickles and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- 8
Prepare Sriracha Ranch
In a small bowl, mix together the ranch dressing and Sriracha until well combined.
- 9
Serve
Serve the fried pickle chips warm with the Sriracha ranch dipping sauce.
