Pickle Fries
Pickle Fries are crispy, tangy snacks made from battered and fried pickle spears or slices. Perfect as an appetizer or party snack, they deliver a bold, briny crunch and pair beautifully with a variety of dipping sauces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 8 dill pickle spears or thick slices
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk or buttermilk
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs or cornmeal
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Optional dips: ranch, spicy mayo, honey mustard, chipotle aioli
Instructions
- Pat the pickle spears or slices dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with seasoned flour (salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika), one with whisked eggs and milk, and one with panko breadcrumbs or cornmeal.
- Dredge each pickle in the flour, then dip in the egg mixture, and coat with breadcrumbs or cornmeal.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry pickles in small batches for 2–3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauces.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add cayenne or chili flakes to the flour mixture.
- Drying pickles thoroughly helps the coating stick better and prevents splattering.
- Use pickle chips for bite-sized versions; fry for 1–2 minutes.
- Try air frying or baking for a lighter alternative.
- Let breaded pickles rest a few minutes before frying for better adherence.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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