How to Make Flamin' Hot Fried Pickles - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you a fan of fried pickles? Do you love a little extra kick in your snacks? Then you're going to absolutely adore this recipe for Flamin' Hot Fried Pickles! These crunchy, tangy, and spicy treats are perfect for snacking on while watching the big game, having a movie night with friends, or simply satisfying your craving for something savory and spicy.

So what exactly makes these pickles "flamin' hot"? Well, we're not just using any old breadcrumbs or flour for the breading. Instea...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup oil for frying, or as needed
  • 1 large large egg, beaten
  • ½ (8.5 ounce) bag spicy cheese-flavored cornmeal snack (such as Cheetos® Flamin' Hot®)
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 12 slices dill pickles, such as Vlasic Dill Stackers

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 12 pickle slices

  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place beaten egg in a flat dish.
  • Place Cheetos® and cayenne in a food processor. Pulse until crumbs are achieved. Pour into a separate bowl.
  • Dip a pickle slice in the egg and coat with Cheetos® crumb mixture. Transfer to a plate. Repeat with remaining pickle slices.
  • Fry pickle slices in the hot oil, working in batches, for 3 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and let sit for 2 minutes for final crisping.
  • Nutrition

    153 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 31mg
    • Sodium: 404mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 11g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 6mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 29mg