Deep Fried Pickles

Originally published on November 14, 2016

For me, this recipe demonstrated exactly why you should never say you don’t like something until you try it. Now don’t get me wrong. I have always loved deep fried pickles. I mean, what’s not to love about a crispy coating that covers that tart and crunchy pickle inside? But, I have always been adamant in saying that deep fried pickles need to come in spears, not in chips – even though I had never even tried them in chip form. I guess it was just one of those things – I just couldn’t picture it.

But then I did. Knowing I was going to make this recipe, and knowing I was going to use a batter instead of the breading that I was so accustomed to on deep fried pickles, I decided to switch it up even more. I went ahead and used the chips, and these are now my favourite way to enjoy this delicious appetizer! But only if they come with the sauce, too. That sauce is everything.

Ingredients:

For the deep fried pickles:

  • 2 cups dill pickle slices
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Salt
  • 1 cup water

For the sauce:

  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon drained horseradish
  • 2 teaspoons ketchup
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning

Directions:

1.) Lay the pickle slices onto a paper towel and pat to dry.

2.) In a small bowl, combine the flour, Cajun seasoning, cayenne pepper, and salt. Whisk together to mix and then add the water, mixing the batter until smooth.

3.) Heat one inch of vegetable or peanut oil in a pot or skillet over medium-high heat, until the oil reaches 375 degrees Fahrenheit. When oil is hot, add half of the pickle slices to the batter and then, using tongs, remove them, letting the excess batter drip off. Add the pickles to the hot oil and fry for about 4 minutes, until batter is browned and crispy. Remove to a plate lined with paper towels and sprinkle with a touch more salt. Repeat with remaining pickle slices.

4.) While the pickle slices are cooking, combine all the sauce ingredients together and stir to mix thoroughly.

5.) Serve and enjoy!