Fried Pickles & Tangy Dipping Sauce Recipe - Gluten Free (2024)

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Need a yummy appetizer for game day or any day? Check out this easy, Fried Pickles & Tangy Dipping Sauce Recipe. Plus you can even make it gluten-free!

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There comes a time when you find yourself doing things that you never thought you would do. One of them for me, Frying Pickles. The Food Network told my husband that I should make Fried Pickles.

Does that ever happen to you? Darn Food Network fills my family’s heads with all sorts of ideas. Off to the kitchen. My husband now thinks I am now the best wife in the world which made the 15-20 minutes I just spent in the kitchen worth it!

This recipe is gluten free and delicious! Plus the Tangy dipping sauce for the fried pickles makes them even better in my opinion.

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Ingredients

To make fried pickles you just need a few ingredients. No fancy equipment needed

Fried Pickles

  • dill pickle chips
  • corn starch
  • chili powder
  • cornmeal
  • dilldried
  • garlic salt
  • pepper
  • Hot sauce
  • Vegetable Oilfor frying
  • egg
  • milk

Tangy Dipping Sauce

  • mayo
  • ketchup
  • dill
  • lemon juice
  • garlic salt
  • hot sauce

You also need a skillet or a deep pan to heat the oil for frying in. If you have a deep fryer that is perfect, but no need to buy one.

How to Make Fried Pickles

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Start with dill pickle chips drained very well, you don’t want them to be too soggy. Go ahead and heat your oil in your pan now to about 350-375 degrees.

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Dip the pickle chips in seasoned cornstarch. I did it one at a time for demonstration purposes.It is faster doing several at a time.

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Next, you are going to dip them in egg wash. I added a couple dashed of hot sauce to it to spice the fried pickles up a bit.

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Finally, toss them in the seasoned cornmeal until they are coated and then in the hot oil for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. No special equipment needed for frying. You can just use a cast iron skillet with some vegetable oil heated to about 350 degrees.

Gluten Free

Making these gluten free is as simple as making one substitution. Make sure you are using a gluten free corn meal. That is it!

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Dairy Free

Just simply substitute your favorite dairy free milk. Oat milk has a neutral flavor and is perfect for this.

Tangy Dipping Sauce

The tangy dipping sauce is totally optional, but my family feels like it makes the dish! It is a mayo/ ketchup mix with a few additions that really kick it up a notch. It plays perfectly with the fried pickles.

Tips

  • Dry your pickles! This helps the batter stick to the pickle better.
  • Get a thermometer! If you are frying a thermometer for the oil is your best friend. Have the right temperature oil makes all the difference.
  • A spider. Not that kind, a cooking spider. The right tool to fish those fried pickles out of the hot oil.

Serving

These are best served hot out of the fryer. They don’t really keep and reheat as well, but they are still good. If…and I mean, IF you have leftovers you can store them in the fridge in an airtight container.

Fried Pickles & Tangy Dipping Sauce

Make your favorite appetizer at home! Check out this YUMMY Fried Pickles recipe plus an easy tangy dipping sauce. AND you can make them Gluten free!

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Prep Time:15 minutes mins

Cook Time:3 minutes mins

Total Time:18 minutes mins

Ingredients

  • 1-2 Cups Dill Pickle Chips drained
  • 1 cup corn starch
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1-2 cups corn meal
  • 1/4 tsp dill dried
  • 1/2 tsp garlic salt
  • pinch pepper
  • Hot sauce
  • Vegetable Oil for frying
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup milk

Tangy Dipping Sauce

  • 1/2 cup Mayo
  • 1 TBSP Ketchup
  • 1/8 tsp dill
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp garlic salt
  • 1-2 shakes Hot Sauce

Instructions

  • Heat Vegetable oil in a pan to 350-375 degrees F.

  • You will need three bowls. In the first bowl place cornstarch and season it with 1 tsp Chili powder.

  • In the second bowl, you will need to whisk together 1 egg and 1 cup of milk. I added a couple of dashes of hot sauce for flavor.

  • In the third bowl, mix 1-2 cups of cornmeal, 1/4 tsp dill, 1/2 tsp garlic salt, and 1tsp chili powder. Add a pinch of pepper too. 🙂

  • Dip the pickle chips in the cornstarch mix shaking off the excess.

  • Then in the Egg wash, finally coating them with the cornmeal mix.

  • Drop the pickles into the hot oil and fry for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels

  • Serve with Tangy Dipping Sauce.

Tangy Dipping Sauce

  • Whisk together all the ingredients and serve with the pickles.

Notes

Gluten-Free- Use a gluten-free corn meal, and these are a delicious gluten-free treat

Dairy-Free- Use a dairy free milk alternative for the egg was (such as almond, soy or Rice milk.)

Servings: 6 -8

Author: Amanda@AFewShortCuts.com

Originally posted in 2012. Updated in 2020.

Serve with the Tangy Dipping Sauce. DELISH!

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FAQs

How do you keep batter from falling off fried pickles? ›

How do you keep the batter from falling off fried pickles? Thoroughly drying the pickles is essential to the batter sticking properly, so don't skip that step. Simply remove the pickle slices from the jar, and drain them on a paper towel.

What sauce goes well with pickles? ›

I made the ranch dip with buttermilk, mayo, and sour cream. Then I added fresh dill (you can use dried dill too), pickle juice, and chopped pickles. This ranch dip tastes restaurant-worthy and is SO EASY!

Does Costco sell fried pickle dip? ›

😋 This Fried Pickle and Ranch Dip from Costco is BACK! It's made with all natural sour cream & chopped dill pickles. SO GOOD!

Why does my breading always fall off? ›

If the meat is wet, it will make the flour soggy. In that case, breading will not stick properly and may fall off when deep frying.

What is pickle sauce made of? ›

Mix 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons each chopped dill and minced onion, 2 tablespoons chopped sweet pickles or relish, 1 tablespoon ketchup and 1 teaspoon each cider vinegar and sugar.

What makes pickles taste so good? ›

“Most grocery store pickles have had vinegar and spices added to the brine,” Peart explains. “That gives them their sour, tangy flavor, which is why they're often called 'vinegar pickles' or sometimes, 'quick pickles. '”

Are pickles dipped in vinegar? ›

Vinegar pickling (or quick pickling) is a simple process. Water, salt and vinegar (and sometimes sugar) are combined and heated and then fruit or vegetables are immersed in that liquid.

Is taste of the south fried pickle dip gluten free? ›

Is it Gluten Free? No. This product is not gluten free as it lists 1 ingredient that contains gluten and 3 ingredients that could contain gluten depending on the source.

What brand of pickles does Chick-Fil-A use on their sandwiches? ›

But Why Are Its Pickles So Good? It turns out that the pickles Chick-fil-A gets from Bay Valley are a little different from standard pickles. The company selects cucumbers specifically for size and texture, of course, but what really makes the difference is the brine.

What to eat with fried pickle and ranch dip? ›

Spread the dip into a shallow bowl or dish and top with the shallot and panko crumbs, then additional chopped pickles, dill, and chives. Serve with potato chips or another dipper.

How do you make fried pickles crispy again? ›

Always make sure the oil is hot enough to cook with, or else the pickles will simply absorb the oil and they won't be crunchy. Reheat leftover deep-fried dill pickles in an air fryer or place them under the broiler until they get crispy again.

How do you make soggy fried pickles crispy again? ›

The best way to reheat your leftover pickles is in the oven to keep that crispy texture. I like to crisp mine under the broiler for 1-2 minutes, just make sure to keep an eye on them so they don't burn!

How do you crisp soggy fried pickles? ›

Air fry the pickles for three to four minutes, but always be attentive as the size and thickness of your pickles and varying air fryer models can alter the ideal reheating time. After this period, gently shake the basket or use a pair of tongs to flip the pickles and continue frying for a similar duration.

How to get breading to stick to fried pickles? ›

Dry the pickles well.

Pickles live in liquid and they need to be very dry before frying if you want the breading to stick well.

How do you keep batter from sticking? ›

It's all about pan prep

Your goal is to prevent your cake from sticking by creating a barrier between batter and pan (e.g., parchment, nonstick spray, or shortening and flour) prior to adding cake batter.

How to get batter to stick to fish for frying? ›

Milk: The proteins in milk help the batter adhere to the fish and promote browning. Water: Use very cold water for the crispiest results. Baking powder: Baking powder ensures a light and crispy exterior. Salt: A teaspoon of salt enhances the overall flavor of the fish batter.

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