Pickle Lovers Tangy Crunchy (Print Version)
Crispy fried pickles and tangy vegetables come together in a fun, crunchy, vegetarian-friendly meal.
# Components:
→ Fried Pickles
01 - 2 cups dill pickle chips or spears, drained and patted dry
02 - 1 cup buttermilk
03 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
04 - 1 cup cornmeal
05 - 1 teaspoon paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
09 - 1 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
11 - Vegetable oil, for frying
→ Pickled-Wrapped Bites
12 - 8 large dill pickle spears
13 - 8 slices Swiss cheese or cheddar cheese
14 - 8 slices deli turkey or ham, optional
→ Assorted Pickled Vegetables
15 - 1 cup pickled carrots
16 - 1 cup pickled onions
17 - 1 cup pickled green beans
18 - 1 cup pickled jalapeños
19 - 1 cup pickled cauliflower or preferred pickled vegetables
→ Dipping Sauce
20 - 1/2 cup ranch dressing
21 - 2 tablespoons pickle brine
22 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
# Directions:
01 - Pour buttermilk into a shallow bowl. In a separate bowl, blend flour, cornmeal, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Dip each drained pickle chip or spear in buttermilk, then coat in the flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
02 - Heat 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C). Fry the coated pickles in batches for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crisp. Remove pickles with a slotted spoon and transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil.
03 - On a flat surface, lay out each cheese slice and top with a slice of turkey or ham if preferred. Place a pickle spear at one end and roll tightly. Secure the wrap with a toothpick if needed. Repeat for all spears.
04 - Neatly arrange the fried pickles, pickled-wrapped bites, and assorted pickled vegetables on a serving platter.
05 - In a small mixing bowl, combine ranch dressing, pickle brine, and chopped fresh dill. Stir until smooth and serve alongside the platter.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Satisfies any pickle craving with lots of variety
- Easy to customize for vegetarians or vegans
02 -
- You can make this meal vegan by choosing plant-based cheese and deli slices
- Check ingredient labels for allergens, especially if using deli meats or cheese
03 -
- Drain pickles well before frying for best crunch
- Add extra pickle brine to the dipping sauce for more zing