How to Make Fried Pickles - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a delicious and unique appetizer to add to your repertoire, look no further than fried pickles. This Southern-inspired dish is the perfect combination of tangy and crunchy, making it a surefire crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a game day get-together or just craving a tasty snack, these fried pickles are sure to hit the spot.

With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of patience, you can whip up a batch of crispy, golden brown frie...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 (16 ounce) jar dill pickle slices
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups fine cornmeal
  • 1 teaspoon seafood seasoning, such as Old Bay™
  • ¼ teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 quart oil for frying
  • ½ teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 (12 ounce) jar buttermilk ranch dressing

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Cover a plate with parchment paper or wax paper. In a shallow dish, combine buttermilk, salt, and pepper. Place pickles in mixture and set aside.
  • Pour the flour, cornmeal, seafood seasoning, and 1/4 teaspoon Cajun seasoning into a large, resealable plastic bag; shake to mix well. Add pickles a few at a time and tumble gently to coat evenly with the flour mixture. Remove and place on prepared plate.
  • Heat oil to 365 degrees F (180 degrees C) in deep-fryer or heavy deep skillet.
  • Fry pickles in several batches until golden brown and slightly crisp on the outside with a moist interior, 1 to 2 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
  • In a small bowl, combine buttermilk ranch dressing with 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning; blend. Serve as a dipping sauce for warm pickles.
  • Nutrition

    364 cal.

    • Total Fat: 28g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 10mg
    • Sodium: 1015mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 30mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 129mg