Crispy fried pickles are the perfect snack or appetizer! This easy recipe with a seasoned coating and buttermilk batter creates the ultimate crunchy, tangy bite.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword best fried pickles recipe, buttermilk fried pickles, crispy fried pickles, easy fried pickles, fried pickles recipe, how to make fried pickles, Southern appetizer recipes
Prep Time 10 minutesminutes
Cook Time 7 minutesminutes
Total Time 17 minutesminutes
Ingredients
1TbspGarlic Powder
2tspOnion Powder
1tspBlack Pepper
1tspSalt
2CupDill PicklesChips or Spears
1TbspCajun Seasoning
1CupAll-purpose Flour
1CupButtermilk
As NeededOil for Frying
Instructions
Drain and dry pickles: Pat pickles dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
Prepare breading station: In one bowl, add buttermilk. In another bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and Cajun seasoning.
Coat pickles: Dip each pickle into the buttermilk, then coat in the seasoned flour. Shake off excess flour.
Heat oil: Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep skillet or Dutch oven.
Fry pickles: Fry pickles in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Serve: Enjoy hot with your favorite dipping sauce!