This Fried Pickles comes together in about 30 minutes and is perfect for busy weeknight dinners, making it a easy snack or appetizer that your family will love! Trust me, you’ll want to keep this recipe on your rotation, it’s just that good!
Ingredient Breakdown
- Sliced Dill Pickles
- Buttermilk
- All-Purpose Flour
- Cajun Seasoning (or Spices)
- Oil for Frying
Let’s Get Cooking!
How to Make Fried Pickles
Soak the Pickles: Start by soaking your sliced dill pickles in buttermilk. This should be for about one hour. It helps to deepen the flavor and ensures your crispy coating sticks.
Prepare the Coating: While your pickles are taking a luxurious buttermilk bath, grab another bowl and mix together all-purpose flour and your Cajun seasoning (or your chosen spices). Make sure it’s well combined, like friends who just met!
Heat the Oil: In your deep fryer or a large pot, heat the oil to 350°F (175°C). You want it hot enough that a tiny sprinkle of flour sizzles when it hits the oil. Safety first, so be careful around hot oil!
Dredge the Pickles: After the pickles have soaked, take them out of the buttermilk, letting any excess drip off. Now, dredge each pickle slice in your flour mixture, giving them a good dusting so they’re nicely coated.
Fry the Pickles: Carefully add a few pickles to the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry them for about 2-3 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy. Remember, don’t walk away, stay and watch as they turn that perfect color!
Drain Them: Once you’re happy with the color, remove the pickles from the oil and let them drain on paper towels. Trust me, you want that crispy finish without the grease weighing you down.
Serve: Enjoy these hot with your favorite dipping sauce. Ranch dressing is a classic, but I love a spicy remoulade or even some hot sauce for that kick. Enjoy!
If you loved these Fried Pickles, be sure to check out my Easy Fried Ravioli, my Homemade cheddar crackers, or my Homemade tzatziki dip!
Why This Recipe Works
Quick & Easy
This recipe comes together in under 30 minutes, which means you can whip these up after a long day when you need something quick. No fuss, all fun!
Crowd-Pleaser
It’s hard to find a little munchkin or adult who won’t adore these fried pickles! They’re a fantastic party snack or appetizer that will make everyone gather around. Trust me; the whole family will love it!
Customizable
The secret to these fried pickles is in the spices! Feel free to swap out Cajun seasoning for ranch seasoning or whatever spices you have on hand. You can truly make them your own!
Comfort Food
Fried pickles are totally comfort food, there’s just something about that crispy coating and tangy inside. Plus, they’re fun to eat!
Make-Ahead Friendly
While I recommend enjoying these fresh and hot, you can always prepare the pickles and batter ahead of time. Just coat them right before frying for that crispy bite!
Serving Suggestions
What to Serve With This: These fried pickles pair wonderfully with a variety of dipping sauces, classic ranch, spicy mayo, or even your favorite barbecue sauce. They’re also fun to serve alongside sliders or burgers for that extra crunch!
Keeping Leftovers Fresh
If you happen to have any leftovers (which is rare in my house!), just pop them in an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator. They’ll keep for about 3-4 days.
Reheating Instructions
To bring back that lovely crunch when reheating, I recommend popping them back in the air fryer or oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 5-10 minutes until they’re crispy again. The microwave? Not so much.
Freezer-Friendly
You can definitely freeze these! Just let them cool completely, flash freeze them on a baking sheet, then transfer them to a freezer bag. They’ll keep well for about 2-3 months. Perfect for when you need a quick snack!
And there you have it! Your very own guide to making Fried Pickles. These little bites of happiness are sure to become a staple in your home, just like they are in mine. Get cooking, and I can’t wait to hear how they turn out for you!
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Fried Pickles
- Total Time: 70 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
This delicious fried pickles recipe comes together in about 30 minutes and makes a perfect snack or appetizer that your family will love!
Ingredients
- Sliced Dill Pickles
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 2 tsp Cajun Seasoning (or spices of your choice)
- Oil for Frying
Instructions
- Soak the pickles in buttermilk for about one hour.
- Prepare the coating by mixing flour and Cajun seasoning in a bowl.
- Heat the oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep fryer or large pot.
- Dredge each pickle slice in the flour mixture.
- Fry the coated pickles for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain the pickles on paper towels.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
This recipe is versatile; feel free to switch up the spices. Pair with ranch, spicy remoulade, or hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
