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Crispy Fried Pickles Recipe with Easy Homemade Ranch Dipping Sauce

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Golden, crispy fried pickles paired with a cool, creamy homemade ranch dipping sauce make a perfect snack for parties or casual hangouts. This quick and easy recipe delivers a crunchy, tangy bite with a flavorful ranch dip.

Ingredients

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  • Dill pickle slices (recommend Claussen)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (for gluten-free, use almond flour or gluten-free blend)
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup buttermilk or whole milk
  • Vegetable oil or peanut oil for frying
  • For the ranch dipping sauce:
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: splash of buttermilk or milk to thin the sauce

Instructions

  1. Drain the dill pickle slices well on paper towels and pat dry to remove excess moisture.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat eggs with buttermilk or milk. Slowly add wet ingredients to dry, whisking until smooth and slightly thick.
  4. Pour about 2 inches of oil into a deep frying pan or Dutch oven and heat to 350°F (175°C).
  5. Dip each pickle slice into the batter, letting excess drip off, then carefully add to hot oil in batches without overcrowding.
  6. Fry for 2-3 minutes, turning once, until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Remove fried pickles with a slotted spoon and place on a cooling rack over a baking sheet to drain excess oil.
  8. While frying, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, dill, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Thin with milk or buttermilk if needed.
  9. Serve fried pickles immediately with the creamy ranch dipping sauce.

Notes

Pat pickles dry thoroughly to prevent sogginess and oil splatter. Maintain oil temperature at 350°F for best results. Fry in small batches to keep oil temperature steady. For extra crunch, double dip pickles by coating in batter then breadcrumbs before frying. Homemade ranch sauce tastes better after sitting for a few hours. Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in oven to maintain crispness.

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Keywords: fried pickles, crispy pickles, ranch dipping sauce, appetizer, snack, homemade ranch, party food

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