Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsSaints On 2nd Bar and GrillFried Pickles Recipe

Fried Pickles Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Served with a side of ranch.

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Ingredients

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Fried Pickles

Ranch Dressing

Method

Fried Pickles

  1. 1

    Prepare the Pickles

    Drain dill pickle slices from the jar and pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.

  2. 2

    Make the Breading

    In a medium bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

  3. 3

    Dunk in Buttermilk

    Place the dried pickle slices into a separate bowl with buttermilk, allowing them to soak for a few minutes.

  4. 4

    Coat the Pickles

    Remove the pickles from the buttermilk and let the excess drip off. Dredge each pickle slice in the flour mixture, ensuring they are well coated.

  5. 5

    Heat the Oil

    In a large pot or deep skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  6. 6

    Fry the Pickles

    Carefully add the coated pickle slices to the hot oil, frying them in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy.

  7. 7

    Drain and Serve

    Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried pickles and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot.

Ranch Dressing

  1. 8

    Combine Ingredients

    In a bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, dried dill weed, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 9

    Whisk Until Smooth

    Whisk the mixture until all ingredients are well combined and the dressing is smooth.

  3. 10

    Chill

    Cover the ranch dressing and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

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