Description
Southern Fried Pickles are a crunchy, tangy snack that brings the fun of summer cookouts right to your kitchen. With a golden, crispy coating and a burst of pickle flavor, these delectable bites are perfect for any gathering or game day. Easy to make and customizable with spices, they’re sure to impress even the pickiest eaters. Serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauce for an irresistible treat!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 3 cups dill pickles (sliced into 1/4-inch rounds)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare your workstation by gathering all ingredients and tools.
- Slice pickles into 1/4-inch rounds and drain well.
- In one bowl, mix flour, cornmeal, cornstarch, baking powder, cayenne pepper, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs and buttermilk until smooth.
- Dip each pickle slice first in the dry mixture, then in the egg mixture, and back into the dry mix for double coating.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches about 350°F.
- Fry coated pickles in batches for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 fried pickle slices (approximately 70g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg