Description
Crispy, zesty pickle chips that are breaded and fried to golden perfection—perfect as a tangy snack or side dish.
Ingredients
- 4 large dill pickles, sliced into 1/4‑inch rounds
- 1/2 cup all‑purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs (or regular breadcrumbs)
- Cooking oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
- Optional for serving: ranch or spicy mayo
Instructions
- Pat pickle slices dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Set up dredging stations: In one bowl, whisk flour with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. In a second bowl, beat the eggs. In a third bowl, place panko breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each pickle slice first in seasoned flour, shaking off excess, then dip in beaten egg, then coat in breadcrumbs. Place on a wire rack while prepping.
- Heat about 1/2‑inch oil in a large skillet over medium‑high heat until shimmering (around 350°F or test with breadcrumb—it should sizzle and start browning in seconds).
- Fry pickle chips in batches for about 2 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Use tongs or a slotted spoon to transfer them to a paper‑towel‑lined plate to drain.
- Let cool slightly before serving with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Drying pickles well helps ensure crispiness—pat them extra dry if needed.
- Use gluten‑free flour and breadcrumbs to make this gluten‑free.
- For less oil absorption, double‑coat: after the first breadcrumb coat, dip again in egg and re‑coat.
- You can also bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15–18 minutes—flip halfway through for even browning.
- Vary the seasoning: try Cajun spice, chili powder, or Parmesan mixed into the breadcrumbs.