Southern Fried Pickles
Dive into a world of flavor with these Southern Fried Pickles! Crispy on the outside and tangy on the inside, this beloved appetizer is perfect for parties or cozy movie nights. In just under 30 minutes, you can whip up a batch that will leave your friends and family craving more. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce for an unforgettable taste experience!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
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- 1 cup dill pickle slices
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Drain and pat dry the pickle slices to prevent sogginess.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, beat the egg and mix in buttermilk until smooth.
- Dip each pickle slice in the wet mixture, then coat it in the dry batter.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry pickles in batches for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 pickles (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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