Fried Pickles Recipe
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Ingredients
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Vegetables
Batter
Frying
Dipping Sauce (optional)
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Pickles
Drain the dill pickle slices and pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- 2
Make the Batter
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix well.
- 3
Add Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and the egg. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. The batter should be thick.
Frying
- 4
- 5
Coat the Pickles
Dip each pickle slice into the batter, ensuring it's fully coated. Allow excess batter to drip off.
- 6
Fry the Pickles
Carefully place the coated pickle slices into the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- 7
Drain Excess Oil
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried pickles from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Serving
- 8
Serve
Serve the fried pickles hot with ranch dressing for dipping, if desired.