Pickle Lovers Tangy Crunchy Feast (Print Version)
Tangy fried pickles with assorted pickled vegetables and cheesy pickle-wrapped bites for a crunchy feast.
# What You'll Need:
→ 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 or cheddar cheese
14 - 8 slices deli turkey or ham (optional, omit for vegetarian)
→ 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 other preferred pickled vegetables
→ Dipping Sauce
20 - 1/2 cup ranch dressing
21 - 2 tablespoons pickle brine
22 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
# Steps to Follow:
01 - Pour buttermilk into a shallow bowl. In a separate bowl, mix flour, cornmeal, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Dip each pickle chip or spear in buttermilk, then dredge thoroughly in flour mixture, pressing lightly to adhere the coating.
02 - Pour vegetable oil into a deep skillet to a depth of 2 inches and heat to 350°F (175°C). Fry the coated pickles in batches for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden and crisp. Transfer to paper towels using a slotted spoon to drain.
03 - Arrange cheese slices on a flat surface and top each with a slice of turkey or ham if desired. Place a pickle spear along one edge and roll up firmly. Secure each roll with a toothpick if necessary. Repeat for remaining ingredients.
04 - On a serving platter, neatly arrange the fried pickles, pickled-wrapped bites, and assorted pickled vegetables.
05 - Combine ranch dressing, pickle brine, and chopped fresh dill in a small bowl until smooth. Serve the sauce alongside the platter.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Includes a medley of textures and flavors for pickle lovers
- Easy to customize for vegetarian or vegan diets
02 -
- Fried pickles are best served immediately for maximum crunch
- This meal can be made vegan by substituting plant-based cheese and deli slices
03 -
- Pat pickles dry for a crispier fry
- Try mixing extra pickle brine into the dipping sauce for more tang