Pickle Fries Recipe
Deep-fried pickle spears served with ranch dressing.
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Ingredients
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For the Pickle Fries
For the Ranch Dressing
Method
For the Pickle Fries
- 1
Prepare the Pickles
Slice the dill pickles into long spears, about 1/4 inch thick.
- 2
Make the Batter
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- 3
Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, pour the buttermilk.
- 4
Prepare the Coating
In a third bowl, place the panko bread crumbs.
- 5
Coat the Pickles
Dip each pickle spear first in the flour mixture, then into the buttermilk, and finally coat it evenly with the panko bread crumbs.
- 6
Heat the Oil
In a large, deep skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 7
Fry the Pickles
Fry the coated pickle spears in batches, cooking for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Remove them and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
For the Ranch Dressing
- 8
Mix the Ingredients
In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, dried dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 9
Blend Until Smooth
Whisk all the ingredients together until the dressing is smooth and well combined.
- 10
Chill
Cover and refrigerate the ranch dressing for at least 30 minutes before serving.
