Fried Pickles & Peppers Recipe
dill pickle chips, jalapenos, ranch
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Ingredients
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Fried Pickles
Fried Jalapeños
Dipping Sauce
Method
Prepare the Fried Pickles
- 1
Set Up the Breading Station
In one bowl, combine the flour, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk until smooth.
- 2
Coat the Pickles
Dip each dill pickle chip into the flour mixture, then into the egg mixture, and finally back into the flour mixture, making sure they are well-coated.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Fry the Pickles
Carefully drop the coated pickle chips into the hot oil in batches, frying until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Prepare the Fried Jalapeños
- 5
Prepare the Jalapeños
Slice the jalapeños in half lengthwise and remove the seeds for less heat, or leave them if you prefer spicier jalapeños.
- 6
Set Up the Breading Station
In one bowl, combine the flour, salt, and cayenne pepper. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk until smooth.
- 7
- 8
Heat the Oil
If the oil is not already hot, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C) in a large pot or deep fryer.
- 9
Fry the Jalapeños
Carefully place the coated jalapeño halves into the hot oil in batches, frying until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Serve
- 10
Plate and Serve
Arrange the fried pickles and jalapeños on a serving platter and serve hot with ranch dressing on the side for dipping.
