Looking for a mouthwatering snack that's easy to make and will leave you wanting more? Look no further than our recipe for crispy fried pickles with flavorful ranch dipping sauce! This dish is perfect for parties, game nights, or just as a fun and tasty appetizer.
Ingredients:
- 1 jar of pickles (sliced)
- 1 cup of flour
- 1 tablespoon of paprika
- 1 tablespoon of garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon of onion powder
- 1 tablespoon of cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1 cup of buttermilk
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1/2 cup of ranch dressing
- 1/4 cup of sour cream
- 1/4 cup of mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh chives
- 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh dill
- 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
This image showcases the dish in its finished form, with a golden-brown crispy exterior and a creamy ranch dipping sauce. The pickles are arranged in a neat pile on a plate, garnished with a sprig of parsley.
Instructions:
1. Drain the pickles and pat them dry with paper towels.2. In a shallow dish, combine the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.3. In another shallow dish, pour the buttermilk.4. Dip each pickle slice into the flour mixture, then into the buttermilk, and then back into the flour mixture.5. Place the coated pickles onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze for 10-15 minutes.6. In a deep skillet or Dutch oven, heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 375°F.7. Fry the pickles in batches until they are golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per batch.8. Remove the pickles with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.9. In a small bowl, whisk together the ranch dressing, sour cream, mayonnaise, parsley, chives, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.10. Serve the fried pickles hot with the ranch dipping sauce on the side.
This image showcases the ranch dipping sauce in a small bowl, with a spoon resting on the side. The sauce is creamy and thick, with flecks of fresh herbs visible throughout.
This image showcases a close-up of a fried pickle slice, with its crispy golden exterior visible. The pickle itself is slightly softened, with a tangy flavor that pairs perfectly with the creamy ranch dipping sauce.
