Fried Pickles: A Crispy and Tangy Treat

Fried pickles are a delicious and versatile appetizer that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are made with dill pickles that are coated in a breadcrumb mixture and then fried until golden brown. Fried pickles can be served with a variety of dipping sauces, such as ranch dressing, ketchup, or honey mustard.

Ingredients

  • 1 jar (16 ounces) dill pickles
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 cup bread crumbs
  • Vegetable oil, for frying

Instructions

  1. Drain the pickles and pat them dry with paper towels.
  2. In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt, and pepper.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk and egg.
  4. Dip the pickles in the flour mixture, then the milk mixture, and then the bread crumbs.
  5. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  6. Fry the pickles for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
  7. Drain the pickles on paper towels and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

Variations

  • Instead of dill pickles, you can use other types of pickles, such as bread and butter pickles or sweet pickles.
  • To make your fried pickles spicy, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the breadcrumb mixture.
  • For a cheesy twist, sprinkle some shredded cheddar cheese on the pickles before frying.
  • Serve your fried pickles with a variety of dipping sauces, such as ranch dressing, ketchup, honey mustard, or barbecue sauce.

Nutrition Facts

One serving of fried pickles (1 spear) contains:

  • Calories: 163
  • Protein: 3.9 grams
  • Fat: 6.3 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 23 grams
  • Fiber: 1.1 grams
  • Sugar: 0.6 grams

Tags

  • Appetizer
  • Fried
  • Pickles
  • Tangy
  • Crispy

How many calories are in Fried Pickles?

Each 1 spear of Fried Pickles contains 163 calories.

Fried Pickles Nutritional Information

Nutrient Amount per 1 spear (87g)
Calories 163 Calories
Protein 3.9g
Fat 6.3g
Saturated Fat 0.8g
Cholesterol 0.013mg
Carbohydrates 23g
Dietary Fiber 1.1g
Sugar 0.6g
Sodium 0.416mg
Potassium 0.109mg
Calcium 0.047mg
Iron 0.0015mg