Jul 17 2026

Frickles (gf) Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Crispy Mt. Olive pickles, dusted with spices and served with our homemade roasted garlic ranch.

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Ingredients

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Frickles

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Pickles

    Drain the Mt. Olive pickles and pat them dry with a paper towel. This helps in achieving a crispier texture.

  2. 2

    Make the Coating

    In a mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free all-purpose flour, cornmeal, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix well.

  3. 3

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  4. 4

    Coat the Pickles

    Take each pickle slice and dredge it in the flour mixture, ensuring it is fully coated. Shake off any excess coating.

  5. 5

    Fry the Pickles

    Carefully place the coated pickles in the hot oil. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding. Cook until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.

  6. 6

    Drain and Serve

    Remove the frickles from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot.

  7. 7

    Make Roasted Garlic Ranch

    In a separate bowl, combine mayonnaise, buttermilk, roasted garlic (mashed), and fresh dill (if using). Mix until smooth. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

  8. 8

    Enjoy

    Serve the frickles with the homemade roasted garlic ranch on the side for dipping.

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