Jul 13 2026
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Fried Pickles Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Make Fried Pickles Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Dipping Sauce (optional)

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Pickles

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

  2. 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. 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

  1. 4

    Heat the Oil

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

  2. 5

    Coat the Pickles

    Dip each pickle slice into the batter, ensuring it's fully coated. Allow excess batter to drip off.

  3. 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.

  4. 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

  1. 8

    Serve

    Serve the fried pickles hot with ranch dressing for dipping, if desired.

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