Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsDonnell's Kitchen & LoungePickle Nuggets Recipe

Pickle Nuggets Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Pickle Nugget Coating

Method

Preparation of Pickle Nuggets

  1. 1

    Prepare the Pickles

    Slice the dill pickles into spears, ensuring they are uniform in size for even cooking. Pat them dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.

  2. 2

    Set up Breading Station

    In a shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. In another shallow dish, beat the eggs. In a third shallow dish, place the bread crumbs.

Breading and Cooking

  1. 3

    Coat the Pickles

    Dip each pickle spear first into the flour mixture, coating all sides. Then dip into the beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip off, and finally coat in the bread crumbs, pressing gently to adhere.

  2. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test the oil by dropping a small piece of bread into it; if it sizzles and bubbles, it’s ready.

  3. 5

    Fry the Nuggets

    Carefully add the coated pickle nuggets to the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 3-4 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Serving

  1. 6

    Serve and Enjoy

    Serve the pickle nuggets warm with your favorite dipping sauces such as ranch, spicy mayo, or hot sauce.

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