Hand Breaded Fried Pickle Spears Recipe
Make Hand Breaded Fried Pickle Spears Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pickles
Breading Mixture
Frying
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Pickles
Open the jar of dill pickle spears and drain the liquid. Pat the pickle spears dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- 2
Prepare the Breading Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornmeal, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until evenly distributed.
- 3
Breading the Pickles
- 4
Coat the Pickles
Take each pickle spear and first dip it into the flour mixture, ensuring it is fully coated. Then, dip it into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, return the pickle spear to the flour mixture, coating it again evenly.
- 5
Repeat
Repeat the coating process for all pickle spears and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Frying
- 6
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan or skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 7
Fry the Pickles
Carefully add the breaded pickle spears to the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- 8
Drain and Serve
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried pickles from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.