Almost-famous Fried Pickles Recipe
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Ingredients
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Batter
Pickles
Frying
Serving
Method
Preparation of Ingredients
- 1
Prepare the Pickles
Drain the dill pickle slices from the jar and pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
Batter Preparation
- 2
Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until well blended.
- 3
Add Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and the egg. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
Frying
- 4
- 5
Coat the Pickles
Take each dill pickle slice and dip it into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated.
- 6
Fry the Pickles
Carefully place the coated pickle slices into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 2-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, turning occasionally.
- 7
Drain Excess Oil
Once fried, use a slotted spoon to remove the pickles from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Serving
- 8
Serve
Serve the fried pickles hot with a side of ranch dressing for dipping.
