Jul 14 2026

Fried Pickles Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Hand-breaded crispy pickle chips, served with sriracha aioli.

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Ingredients

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Fried Pickles

Sriracha Aioli

Method

Fried Pickles

  1. 1

    Prepare the Pickles

    Drain the pickle chips thoroughly on paper towels to remove excess moisture. Pat them dry to ensure a crispy texture after frying.

  2. 2

    Set up a Breading Station

    In three separate shallow bowls, place the flour in the first bowl, the buttermilk and beaten eggs in the second bowl, and the panko breadcrumbs mixed with cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper in the third bowl.

  3. 3

    Bread the Pickles

    Dip each pickle chip into the flour, shaking off the excess. Next, dip it into the buttermilk-egg mixture, ensuring it is well-coated, then finally coat it in the panko breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.

  4. 4

    Heat the Oil

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

  5. 5

    Fry the Pickles

    Carefully add the breaded pickle chips to the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy.

  6. 6

    Drain and Serve

    Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried pickles from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Keep warm while you finish frying the remaining batches.

Sriracha Aioli

  1. 7

    Mix the Aioli

    In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sriracha, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Stir until well combined.

  2. 8

    Season to Taste

    Add salt to the aioli mixture to taste, adjusting as necessary for your preference.

  3. 9

    Serve

    Transfer the sriracha aioli to a serving dish and serve it alongside the fried pickles for dipping.

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