Fried Pickles Recipe
Dill pickle slices, breaded and fried.
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Ingredients
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Pickles
Breading
Batter
Frying
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Pickles
Drain the dill pickle slices and pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
Breading Mixture
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to ensure an even distribution of the spices.
Batter Preparation
- 3
Prepare the Batter
In another bowl, whisk together the egg and buttermilk until well combined.
Coating the Pickles
- 4
Coat the Pickles
Dip each dill pickle slice into the batter, allowing excess to drip off, and then dredge it in the breading mixture, pressing lightly to ensure it adheres.
Frying
- 5
- 6
Fry the Pickles
Once the oil is hot, carefully place the breaded pickles in the oil, frying them in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- 7
Drain and Serve
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried pickles from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.