Fried Pickle Spears Recipe
Six pickle spears coated in a crispy dill breading served with house made ranch.
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Ingredients
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Fried Pickle Spears
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Breading
In a shallow bowl, mix together flour, cornmeal, dill weed, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 2
- 3
Coat the Pickles
Dip each pickle spear first into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then coat with the breading mixture. Ensure each spear is evenly coated.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Pickles
Carefully place the coated pickle spears into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- 6
Drain and Serve
Remove the fried pickles from the oil and drain on paper towels. Serve warm with ranch dressing for dipping.
