Fried Pickles (Printable)

Golden crispy pickles with seasoned breading and cool ranch for dipping

# What You’ll Need:

→ Pickles

01 - 8 large dill pickle spears, drained and patted dry

→ Breading Station

02 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 2 tablespoons milk
05 - 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
06 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1 teaspoon paprika
08 - ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
09 - ½ teaspoon salt
10 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Frying and Serving

11 - Vegetable oil, for deep frying
12 - ½ cup ranch dressing, for dipping

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oil in a deep fryer or large heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F. Use enough oil to fully submerge the pickles, about 2 inches deep.
02 - Arrange three shallow bowls: place flour in the first, whisk eggs and milk in the second, and combine breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne, salt, and black pepper in the third.
03 - Dredge each pickle spear in flour, shaking off excess. Dip into egg mixture, then press firmly into breadcrumb mixture to coat evenly on all sides.
04 - Carefully lower breaded pickles into hot oil in batches. Fry for 2–3 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy.
05 - Remove with slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve immediately with ranch dressing for dipping.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Restaurant quality appetizer that costs pennies to make at home
  • The crispy spiced coating creates the perfect contrast to cold tangy pickles
02 -
  • Dry your pickle spears thoroughly with paper towels before breading or the coating will slide right off in the oil
  • Do not overcrowd the pot because dropping the oil temperature makes soggy greasy pickles instead of crispy ones
03 -
  • Let the breaded pickles rest for 10 minutes before frying so the coating sets up properly
  • Season them immediately with a pinch of salt while they are still hot and slightly oily
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