Dill-icious Fried Pickles Recipe
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Ingredients
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Fried Pickles Ingredients
Method
Fried Pickles Directions
- 1
Prepare the Pickles
Drain the dill pickles from their brine and pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This will help the coating stick better.
- 2
Make the Breading Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well combined.
- 3
Prepare the Buttermilk
In a separate bowl, pour the buttermilk. This will be used to coat the pickles before breading.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large, heavy pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test the oil by dropping a small amount of batter into it; if it sizzles, it's ready.
- 5
Bread the Pickles
Dip each pickle slice into the buttermilk, allowing any excess to drip off, then dredge it into the flour-cornmeal mixture, ensuring it is fully coated. Repeat until all pickles are coated.
- 6
Fry the Pickles
Carefully place the breaded pickles into the hot oil in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and drain on paper towels.
- 7
Serve
Serve the fried pickles hot, with your choice of dipping sauce such as ranch or spicy aioli.