Fried Pickles Recipe
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Ingredients
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Vegetables
Batter
Frying
Optional Dipping Sauce
Method
Preparation
Slice the Pickles
Take the dill pickles and slice them into thick rounds, about 1/4 inch thick. Pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
Batter Preparation
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Whisk until well mixed.
Add Buttermilk
Pour in the buttermilk and stir until the dry ingredients are fully incorporated and a thick batter forms.
Frying
Heat Oil
In a deep frying pan or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Coat Pickles
Dip each pickle slice into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated. Allow excess batter to drip off.
Fry Pickles
Carefully place the coated pickles into the hot oil, frying them in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown.
Drain and Cool
Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried pickles from the oil and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serving
Serve Warm
Serve the fried pickles warm with ranch dressing on the side for dipping, if desired.