Description
Southern Fried Pickles are a delightful, crispy appetizer that perfectly blends tangy dill flavor with a crunchy coating. Ideal for gatherings, these golden morsels will elevate any occasion, from tailgates to cozy movie nights. Easy to prepare and irresistibly tasty, they’re sure to be a hit with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dill pickle chips
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup fine cornmeal
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Drain and pat dry the pickle chips.
- In a bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Dip each pickle chip into buttermilk, then dredge in the dry mixture.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry coated pickle chips in batches for about 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 pickle chips (50g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, experiment by incorporating spices like garlic powder into the batter. Ensure the oil is properly heated for optimal crispiness. Leftover pickles can be stored in an airtight container and reheated in the oven for best results.