Jul 14 2026
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A Duo Of Deliciousness Recipe

Inspired by The Gage
Time45m
Serves4

beer battered fried pickles & wisconsin cheese curds, smoked serrano aioli

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Ingredients

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Beer Battered Fried Pickles

Wisconsin Cheese Curds

Method

Beer Battered Fried Pickles

  1. 1

    Prepare the batter

    In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Gradually pour in the beer while whisking until the batter is smooth and thick.

  2. 2

    Heat the oil

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

  3. 3

    Coat the pickles

    Dip each pickle slice into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated.

  4. 4

    Fry the pickles

    Carefully place the battered pickles into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Wisconsin Cheese Curds

  1. 5

    Prepare the coating

    Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with salt.

  2. 6

    Heat the oil

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

  3. 7

    Coat the cheese curds

    Dip each cheese curd first in the flour, then in the egg, and finally in the breadcrumbs, ensuring they are well coated.

  4. 8

    Fry the cheese curds

    Carefully place the breaded cheese curds into the hot oil, frying in batches. Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Smoked Serrano Aioli

  1. 9

    Mix the aioli

    In a bowl, combine the chopped smoked serrano peppers, mayonnaise, minced garlic, and lemon juice. Mix well until smooth.

  2. 10

    Season

    Add salt to taste, mixing well to incorporate. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

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