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Crispy Southern-Style Fried Pickles

AB here, bringing you a finger-lickin', crispy delight straight from the heart of the South - Crispy Southern-Style Fried Pickles! You're in for a treat as we embark on a journey to create the perfect crunchy snack that's bound to steal the show at any gathering. So, buckle up and get ready for a flavor fiesta that will have you savoring every crunchy bite!
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Southern
Keyword: crispy southern, southern food, southern recipe
Cost: $

Ingredients

  • 1 jar of dill pickle slices, drained and patted dry
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Ranch dressing or your favorite dipping sauce

Instructions

  • Step 1: Prepare Pickles — Drain the pickle slices and place them on a paper towel. Pat them dry to remove excess moisture.
  • Step 2: Set Up Dredging Stations — In three separate bowls, set up your dredging stations. Place flour in one, buttermilk in another, and mix cornmeal with garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper in the third.
  • Step 3: Dip in Flour — Take a pickle slice and coat it in the flour, making sure it's evenly covered. Shake off any excess flour.
  • Step 4: Dip in Buttermilk — Next, dip the floured pickle into the buttermilk, ensuring it's well-coated.
  • Step 5: Coat with Cornmeal Mixture — Transfer the pickle to the cornmeal mixture, pressing gently to adhere the coating. Make sure both sides are coated evenly.
  • Step 6: Repeat — Repeat the process with the remaining pickle slices. Place the coated pickles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Step 7: Chill (Optional) — For an extra crispy texture, you can chill the coated pickles in the refrigerator for about 20-30 minutes.
  • Step 8: Heat Oil — In a deep skillet or fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
  • Step 9: Fry Pickles — Carefully place a few coated pickle slices into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  • Step 10: Drain and Serve — Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried pickles to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Repeat the frying process with the remaining pickles.
  • Step 11: Serve Warm — Serve the crispy fried pickles immediately while they are still warm. Pair them with your favorite ranch dressing or dipping sauce.
  • Step 12: Enjoy — Gather your friends, dig in, and enjoy the crunchy, flavorful goodness of these Southern-style fried pickles!