Crispy Fried Pickles (Printable Version)

Tangy dill slices with spiced panko, air-fried to a crispy golden crunch.

# Ingredient List:

→ Pickles

01 - 16 dill pickle chips, patted dry

→ Breading

02 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 1 tablespoon milk
05 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
09 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ For Serving

11 - Ranch or preferred dipping sauce

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
02 - Arrange three shallow bowls: place flour in the first, whisk eggs with milk in the second, and combine panko, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper if using, salt, and black pepper in the third.
03 - Thoroughly pat pickle slices dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
04 - Dredge each pickle slice in flour, shaking off any excess.
05 - Submerge floured pickles into the egg and milk mixture, coating both sides evenly.
06 - Press each pickle into the breadcrumb mixture to ensure an even coating.
07 - Place breaded pickles in a single layer inside the air fryer basket and lightly spray with cooking oil.
08 - Cook for 6 minutes, flip pickles, spray again with oil, then air-fry for an additional 4 to 6 minutes until golden and crispy.
09 - Serve immediately accompanied by ranch or preferred dipping sauce.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The air fryer gives you that deep-fried satisfaction without the mess or guilt
  • They come together faster than you can debate what dip to serve with them
02 -
  • Moisture is your enemy here, so really take the time to pat those pickles dry
  • Crowding the air fryer basket makes them soggy instead of crispy
03 -
  • Let the breaded pickles rest for 5 minutes before air frying for better adhesion
  • A light mist of oil spray is better than heavy handed application
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